Phlebotomist 1

Octapharma•Fort Worth, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for executing the plasmapheresis process by performing venipunctures. The phlebotomist will ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, maintain a high level of customer service, stock and replenish supplies, prepare equipment, execute venipunctures and plasma collection, operate automated plasmapheresis machines, monitor donor conditions, manage biohazard waste, perform equipment maintenance and calibration, maintain accurate documentation, drive training efficiencies, and troubleshoot machine alarms. The position requires the ability to work daytime and evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts, and involves occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens and working in a cold environment.

Requirements

High school diploma, or equivalent (GED) required.
Any specific certification or licensing based on State requirements.
Minimum three (3) months’ experience in a medical or health care environment or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
Must have completed documentation of training appropriate for duties, prior to performing duties independently.
Strong customer service skills required.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal protocol required.
Basic computer knowledge and skills required.
Ability to make accurate and complete documentation.
Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals required.
Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Demonstrated consistency and reliability (good attendance, punctuality, apply full effort throughout shift, flexibility with assigned schedule) required.
Ability to work daytime and evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts frequently required.
Ability to perform venipuncture required.
Effective communication skills required.

Responsibilities

Ensure total operation is compliant with state and federal regulations (e.g., FDA approved SOPs, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP) to maintain the highest production standards and ensure facility compliance.
Maintain a high level of customer service and positive donor experience in line with company values and culture.
Stock and replenish supplies to meet production needs and maintain a clean, professional work environment.
Review and confirm donor identification and maintain donor confidentiality per SOPs.
Set up and prepare all equipment and disposable supplies for venipuncture and plasmapheresis procedure; label units and samples accurately.
Execute venipunctures and plasma collection, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
Operate the automated plasmapheresis machines, including response and evaluation of all machine alarms and alerts, donor adverse events, document exceptions, etc.
Monitor donor conditions, employing techniques to ensure donor comfort, safety, and the quality of plasma product.
Maintain proper ratio to ensure donor safety and quality of product, disconnect donors, and manage the disposal of biohazard waste and contaminated equipment in accordance with the safety protocols.
Perform daily, weekly, and monthly calibration and maintenance of automated plasmapheresis machines; remove and/or replace equipment from service as needed.
Maintain accurate and thorough documentation, including Plasmapheresis Machine Logs, and report all unsafe situations and conditions to management.
Drive training efficiencies to ensure timeliness and compliance.
Troubleshoot machine alarms/alerts and perform QCs routinely (defined as daily/monthly) on equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.