Phlebotomist

CSL Plasma•Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The Phlebotomist is responsible for efficiently and effectively collecting plasma from donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process, and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The role performs the full pheresis procedure, supports donor safety and a positive donation experience, monitors and troubleshoots equipment, records donor and incident information, and helps maintain a clean, safe, well-supplied work environment. The position may include cross-training in other areas and other job-related duties as assigned. The expected base pay at hiring is $18.68 to $20.39 per hour. Individual pay within this range depends on qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies, and other relevant factors. CSL Plasma operates a plasma donation network and is a subsidiary of CSL, a global biopharmaceutical company. The posting directs applicants to the company’s benefits website for more information but does not specify particular benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
External candidates must have at least 6 months of phlebotomy experience; one year is preferable.
Ability to complete routine forms or conduct routine oral communications.
Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions.
Ability to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, reach, bend, and kneel, and demonstrate a high level of manual dexterity.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs.
Wear Personal Protective Equipment when performing specific tasks or working in designated areas.
Internal CSL employees must have successfully completed CSL Plasma DST training.

Nice To Haves

At least 12 months of experience in a medical or healthcare environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is preferred.
One year of phlebotomy experience is preferable.
Bilingual skills may be required at the organization’s discretion to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection in compliance with SOPs, including donor setup, monitoring, and disconnect.
Perform donor venipuncture in compliance 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.
As needed, educate new donors about plasma-derived therapeutic products, screening, health tests, appointments, donation fees, center policies, nutrition, and other relevant information; answer donor questions promptly, accurately, and professionally.
Watch for donor reactions and assist with them or notify appropriate staff.
Use a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record incidents during pheresis, including machine alerts and alarms, volume variances, and adverse donor 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 as needed.
Monitor donor flow on the donor floor and alert the Group Leader or Supervisor to flow issues.
Collect arm samples or whole blood samples from donors for testing.
Accurately record donor data in the electronic donor information management system according to SOPs.
Understand applicable policies and procedures for center hyper-immune programs.
Maintain a clean and efficient work environment and ensure operating supplies and forms are available.
Follow HSE and OSHA policies and procedures, promote safety, and maintain confidentiality of personnel, donor, and center information.
May cross-train in other areas to meet business needs; perform other job-related duties as assigned.