Position Title: Position Location:
Phlebotomist Collection Centers
Business/Functional Unit: FLSA Status: Date:
Plasma Operations Non-Exempt September 2020
GENERAL SUMMARY
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Responsible for the efficient and effective collection of plasma from donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
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Reports To: Daily operational activities: Center Supervisor; All else: Center Management Team
Direct Reports: This position does not have any direct reports
RESPONSIBILITIES
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In compliance with SOPs, performs all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection, including donor
1 set-up, donor monitoring and donor disconnect.
In compliance with SOPs and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines, performs venipuncture on donors to
2 begin pheresis process.
Evaluates vein performance of the donor to identify possible problems; makes necessary corrections in order to
3 expedite donation time and ensure product quality and donor safety. Ensures donation process is efficient and makes adjustments when necessary to make the process a positive experience for the donor.
May educate new donors on the use of therapeutic products made from donated plasma. Explains the screening
4 process, the health screening tests performed, the appointment system, donation fees, center policies, proper nutrition and any other information pertinent to the donor. Ensures that all donor questions are answered timely, accurately and professionally.
5 Maintains alertness to any reaction by donors and assists with reactions or notifies appropriate staff.
Uses Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record incidents that occur during the pheresis process, such as machine
6 alerts and alarms, volume variances and donor adverse events.
Required to perform calibrations and verify that maintenance has been performed as outlined in the SOPs. Required
7 to respond to and resolve complex equipment alarms or donor issues.
Troubleshoots equipment failures. Creates incident documentation, removes and/or replaces equipment from
8 service.
Monitors donor flow on the donor floor to assure continuous turnover. Alerts Group Leader of Supervisor of donor
9 flow issues.
10 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
11 in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
12 Understands the policies and procedures associated with hyper immune programs at the center if applicable.
Maintains clean efficient work environment, and ensures sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as
13 needed. Follows all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) policies and procedures. Promotes safety in all actions.
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14 Maintains confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information.
15 May be cross-trained in other areas to meet the needs of the business.
Bilingual skills may be required, at the discretion of the organization, to meet the needs of the business.
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17 Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Provide minimum hiring requirements, specialized knowledge, and other considerations required
Education High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum twelve (12) months experience in a medical or health care environment preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience For Centers located in CA the following experience is also required:
- Persons performing automated plasmapheresis procedures must be at a minimum state certified as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I, OR
- Current Registered Nurse by the State of California.
Additional
Comments
- 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 time
- Reach, bend, kneel and have high level of manual dexterity
- Occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
Working Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions
Conditions Frequently exposed to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures and to blood borne
(physical & pathogens.
mental Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment while performing specific tasks or in certain
requirements) areas
- Required to work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs
Note: 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.
NAMES, SIGNATURES and DATES
- Disclaimer: * The above statements describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills.*
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hyattsville, MD 20785: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
