Phlebotomist (Evergreen)

CSL•Fairfield, CA

2d•$21 - $30

About The Position

The Phlebotomist collects plasma from donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), FDA guidelines, and applicable safety requirements. The role includes donor setup, monitoring and disconnect; assessing vein performance; responding to donor reactions and equipment alarms; and maintaining accurate donor and incident records. The Phlebotomist also helps ensure an efficient donor flow, maintains a clean and well-stocked work area, and may educate new donors or cross-train in other areas as business needs require. 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, personnel performing automated plasmapheresis procedures 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, with an expected base pay range of $21.34 to $29.88 per hour at hiring; individual pay is determined by relevant qualifications and other factors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of 12 months of experience in a medical or health care environment is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
For California centers, those performing automated plasmapheresis procedures must be state-certified as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I or be a current Registered Nurse by the State of California.
Bilingual skills may be required at the organization's discretion to meet business needs.

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

Collect plasma from donors 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 compliance with SOPs and FDA guidelines.
Evaluate donor vein performance, address potential problems, and make adjustments to support efficient donation, product quality and donor safety.
May educate new donors about plasma-derived therapeutic products, screening and health tests, appointments, donation fees, center policies, nutrition and other relevant information; answer 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 as required by 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 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 in accordance with 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 and promote safety.
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.