Plasma Processing Technician

CSL•Largo, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the accurate and timely sampling, testing, shipping and storage of plasma collected from donors. This role involves ensuring product quality by adhering to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for collecting plasma samples, moving plasma units to freezers, and proper storage of plasma units, including unsuitable ones. The technician will verify label accuracy, utilize sterile techniques for sample collection and sealing, and may be responsible for packing and shipping samples and units according to SOPs and center procedures. Additionally, the role requires monitoring equipment temperatures, performing daily equipment calibration, accurately recording donor data in the electronic donor information management system, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment with adequate supplies. The position also necessitates understanding hyper immune programs, promoting safety, and maintaining confidentiality of all information. Bilingual skills may be required, and the technician may be cross-trained in other areas. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions.
Ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines.
Must be able to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.
Must be able to perform basic math calculations.
Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment while performing specific tasks or in certain areas.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of three (3) months experience in a laboratory or warehouse environment preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bilingual skills may be required, at the discretion of the organization, to meet the needs of the business.

Responsibilities

Collecting plasma samples and moving plasma units to freezer in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Ensuring plasma units are properly stored according to SOPs, including unsuitable plasma units and samples.
Verifying the accuracy of unit labeling by comparing pre-printed labels with dynamic labels.
Utilizing sterile technique to draw samples and using a heat sealer to assure the sterility and quality of plasma unit samples per SOPs.
Packing and shipping samples and units in accordance with SOPs and center procedures, and preparing shipping and unit disposal documentation.
Monitoring freezer and refrigerator temperatures, immediately informing appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions, and recording variances.
Conducting daily calibration of equipment according to SOPs.
Accurately recording donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the SOPs.
Understanding policies and procedures associated with hyper immune programs at the center if applicable.
Maintaining a clean and efficient work environment, ensuring sufficient operating supplies and forms are available.
Following all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures, and promoting safety in all actions.
Maintaining confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information.
Being cross-trained in other areas to meet the needs of the business.
Performing other job-related duties as assigned.