Phlebotomist

CSL • Joliet, IL

13d • $19 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the efficient and effective collection of plasma from donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This role involves direct interaction with donors, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the plasma donation process. The phlebotomist will also be responsible for accurate record-keeping, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure smooth center operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 6 months’ experience as a phlebotomist.
• Minimum twelve (12) months of experience in a medical or health care environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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.
• Reach, bend, kneel and have high level of manual dexterity.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as a phlebotomist is preferable.
• Bilingual skills may be required, at the discretion of the organization, to meet the needs of the business.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection, including donor set-up, monitoring, and disconnect, in compliance with SOPs.
• Perform venipuncture on donors to begin the pheresis process, adhering to SOPs and FDA guidelines.
• Evaluate vein performance, identify potential problems, and make necessary corrections to ensure product quality and donor safety.
• Educate new donors on therapeutic products, screening processes, health tests, appointment systems, donation fees, center policies, and nutrition.
• Answer donor questions accurately, professionally, and in a timely manner.
• Maintain alertness to donor reactions, assist with reactions, or notify appropriate staff.
• Use PDA to record incidents during the pheresis process, including machine alerts, alarms, volume variances, and adverse events.
• Perform calibrations and verify maintenance as per SOPs.
• Respond to and resolve complex equipment alarms or donor issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures, create incident documentation, and remove/replace equipment from service.
• Monitor donor flow to ensure continuous turnover and alert supervisors of any issues.
• Collect arm samples or whole blood samples from donors for testing.
• Accurately record donor data in the electronic donor information management system.
• Understand policies and procedures associated with hyper immune programs.
• Maintain a clean and efficient work environment, ensuring sufficient supplies and forms are available.
• Follow all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and OSHA policies and procedures, promoting safety in all actions.
• Maintain confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information.
• May be cross-trained in other areas to meet business needs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, national origin or other legally protected classifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED