Plasma Processing Technician

CSL•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

The Plasma Processing Technician is responsible for the accurate and timely sampling, testing, shipping, and storage of plasma collected from donors. The role reports to the Assistant Center Manager and performs its work in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), center procedures, and applicable safety policies. The technician collects plasma samples, moves units to freezers, verifies unit labels, and stores plasma and samples appropriately. The role may also involve preparing shipments and disposal documentation, monitoring and recording freezer and refrigerator temperatures, calibrating equipment, and accurately recording donor data in the electronic donor information management system. The technician maintains a clean and adequately supplied work area, protects confidential information, and may be cross-trained or assigned other job-related duties to support center operations. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and exposure to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures, and blood-borne pathogens. Personal protective equipment is required for certain tasks or areas. The position requires following oral and written instructions, interacting with customers, observing equipment operation, and performing physical tasks such as standing, walking, reaching, bending, kneeling, and occasionally lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds. Overtime and extended hours are required to support center operational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to perform basic math calculations.
Ability to understand, remember, and apply oral and/or written instructions.
Ability to understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines.
Ability to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.
Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and perform tasks requiring a high level of manual dexterity.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Ability to work around hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures, and blood-borne pathogens.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment for specific tasks or in certain areas.
Required to work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs.

Nice To Haves

At least three months of experience in a laboratory or warehouse environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; this experience is preferred.
Bilingual skills may be required at the organization's discretion to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

Collect plasma samples and move plasma units to a freezer in accordance with SOPs.
Store plasma units and samples, including unsuitable units and samples, according to SOPs.
Verify that pre-printed labels match dynamic labels to ensure accurate unit labeling.
Use sterile technique to draw samples and a heat sealer to maintain the sterility and quality of plasma unit samples.
May pack and ship samples and units according to SOPs and center procedures, and prepare shipping and unit-disposal documentation.
Monitor freezer and refrigerator temperatures, promptly report equipment problems to appropriate personnel, and record variances.
Perform daily equipment calibration according to SOPs.
Accurately record donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in SOPs.
Understand center policies and procedures associated with hyper immune programs, if applicable.
Maintain a clean and efficient work environment and ensure operating supplies and forms are available as needed.
Follow Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures, and promote safety.
Maintain confidentiality of personnel, donor, and center information.
May be cross-trained in other areas to meet business needs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.