Phlebotomist (Evergreen)

CSL•Spokane Valley, WA

2d•$19 - $22

About The Position

The Phlebotomist collects plasma from donors through venipuncture and pheresis procedures, following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), FDA guidelines, and applicable safety requirements. The role includes donor setup, monitoring and disconnect; evaluating vein performance; responding to donor reactions; collecting samples; and ensuring a safe, efficient, positive donation experience. The Phlebotomist also operates and troubleshoots equipment, records incidents and donor data, maintains supplies and a clean work environment, and protects confidential information. The position may include educating new donors, cross-training in other areas, and performing other job-related duties as assigned. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. At least 12 months of experience in a medical or health care environment is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. In California centers, automated plasmapheresis operators must be state-certified as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or be a current California-registered nurse. Different qualifications or responsibilities may apply based on local legal or educational requirements. The position is non-exempt. Expected base pay at hiring is $18.68 to $22.10 per hour; individual pay within this range depends on qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and other relevant factors. CSL Plasma is part of CSL, a global biopharmaceutical company. Information about benefits is available at the company’s benefits website, but specific benefits are not listed in this posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
For California centers, automated plasmapheresis procedure operators must be state-certified as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or be a current Registered Nurse by the State of California.

Nice To Haves

At least 12 months of experience in a medical or health care environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bilingual skills may be required at the organization’s discretion to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

Collect plasma efficiently and effectively by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process, and following SOPs.
Perform all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection, including donor setup, monitoring, and disconnect.
Perform donor venipuncture in accordance with SOPs and FDA guidelines.
Evaluate donor vein performance, make necessary corrections, and adjust the donation process to support efficiency, product quality, donor safety, and a positive donor experience.
May educate new donors about plasma-derived therapeutic products, screening and health tests, appointments, donation fees, center policies, nutrition, and other relevant information; answer donor questions accurately and professionally.
Monitor donors for reactions and assist with reactions or notify appropriate staff.
Use a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record pheresis incidents, including machine alerts and alarms, volume variances, and donor adverse events.
Perform calibrations and verify maintenance according to SOPs; respond to and resolve complex equipment alarms or donor issues.
Troubleshoot equipment failures, document incidents, and remove or replace equipment from service.
Monitor donor flow on the donor floor and alert the Group Leader or Supervisor to flow issues.
Collect arm or whole blood samples from donors for testing.
Accurately record donor data in the electronic donor information management system according to SOPs.
Understand policies and procedures for hyper-immune programs at the center, if applicable.
Maintain a clean and efficient work environment and ensure operating supplies and forms are available.
Follow HSE and OSHA policies and procedures and promote safety.
Maintain the confidentiality of personnel, donor, and center information.
May cross-train in other areas to meet business needs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.