Phlebotomist (Evergreen)

CSL Plasma•Victorville, CA

About The Position

The Phlebotomist is responsible for efficiently and safely collecting plasma from donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process, and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), FDA guidelines, and applicable safety policies. The role includes completing all aspects of plasma collection, from donor setup and monitoring through donor disconnect, while supporting a positive donor experience and maintaining product quality and donor safety. The Phlebotomist monitors equipment and donor reactions, addresses routine and complex alarms or donor issues, and documents incidents and donor data accurately. The position also supports donor education, sample collection, donor flow, equipment readiness, and a clean, well-stocked work area. Employees may be cross-trained or asked to perform other job-related duties as business needs require. Bilingual skills may be required at the organization’s discretion. CSL Plasma operates a large plasma donation network, and collected plasma is used by CSL to manufacture plasma-derived therapies. The role is classified as non-exempt. Expected base pay at hiring is $21.34–$29.88 per hour; individual pay depends on qualifications, skills, experience, competencies, and other relevant factors. Information about benefits is available through the company’s benefits website.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
For centers in California, automated plasmapheresis personnel must be state-certified as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or be a current Registered Nurse licensed by the State of California.
Minimum 12 months of experience in a medical or health care environment preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bilingual skills may be required at the organization’s discretion to meet business needs.
Different qualifications or responsibilities may apply based on local legal or educational requirements; refer to local job documentation where applicable.

Nice To Haves

At least 12 months of experience in a medical or health care environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection, including donor setup, monitoring, and disconnect, in compliance with SOPs.
Perform donor venipuncture in compliance with SOPs and FDA guidelines.
Evaluate donor vein performance, make necessary corrections, and adjust the donation process to support efficient collection, product quality, donor safety, and a positive donor experience.
Educate new donors when needed about therapeutic products made from donated plasma, screening, health tests, appointments, donation fees, center policies, nutrition, and other relevant information; answer donor questions promptly and professionally.
Monitor donors for reactions and assist with reactions or notify appropriate staff.
Use a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record incidents during pheresis, including machine alerts and alarms, volume variances, and donor adverse events.
Perform calibrations and verify required 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 when 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 policies and procedures associated with 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 in all actions.
Maintain confidentiality of personnel, donor, and center information.
Cross-train in other areas or perform other job-related duties as assigned to meet business needs.