CSL
Responsible for the efficient and effective collection of plasma from donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process, and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Key responsibilities include:
- In compliance with SOPs, performs all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection, including donor set-up, donor monitoring, and donor disconnect.
- Performs venipuncture on donors to begin the pheresis process in compliance with SOPs and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines.
- Evaluates vein performance of the donor to identify possible problems and makes necessary corrections to expedite donation time and ensure product quality and donor safety.
- May educate new donors on the use of therapeutic products made from donated plasma and explains the screening process, health screening tests performed, appointment system, donation fees, center policies, proper nutrition, and other information pertinent to the donor.
- Maintains alertness to any reaction by donors and assists with reactions or notifies appropriate staff.
- Uses a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record incidents that occur during the pheresis process.
- Required to perform calibrations and verify that maintenance has been performed as outlined in the SOPs.
- Troubleshoots equipment failures, creates incident documentation, removes and/or replaces equipment from service.
- Monitors donor flow on the donor floor to assure continuous turnover and alerts Group Leader or Supervisor of donor flow issues.
- Collects arm samples or whole blood samples from donors for testing.
- Ensures the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the SOPs.
- Understands the policies and procedures associated with hyper-immune programs at the center, if applicable.
- Maintains a clean, efficient work environment, and ensures sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed.
- Follows all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures.
- Maintains confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Internal CSL Employees/Applicants must have successfully completed the CSL Plasma Phlebotomy training.
- External candidates must have a minimum of 6 months of experience as a phlebotomist; one year of experience is preferable.
- Minimum twelve (12) months of experience in a medical or health care environment preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working Conditions:
- Ability to complete routine forms or conduct routine oral communications.
- Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions.
- Must be able to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.
- Occasionally perform tasks while standing and walking up to 100% of the time.
- Reach, bend, kneel, and have a high level of manual dexterity.
- Occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
- Frequently exposed to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures, and to blood-borne pathogens.
- Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment while performing specific tasks or in certain areas.
- Required to work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, national origin, or other legally protected classifications.