About the position
Responsible for the accurate and timely sampling, testing, shipping and storage of plasma collected from donors. You will report to the Assistant Center Manager. In compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), responsible for collecting plasma samples and moving plasma units to freezer to ensure product quality. Ensure plasma units are properly stored according to SOPs, which could include unsuitable plasma units and samples. Ensures accuracy of unit labeling by verifying the pre-printed label matches the dynamic label. Utilize sterile technique to draw samples and use heat sealer to assure the sterility and quality of plasma unit samples per SOPs. May ensure samples and units are packed and shipped in accordance with SOPs and center procedures. Prepares shipping and unit disposal documentation. Monitor freezer and refrigerator temperatures and immediately informs appropriate personnel if equipment is not functioning properly. Records variances. Conduct daily calibration of equipment according to SOPs. Ensure the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the SOPs. Understand the policies and procedures associated with hyper immune programs at the center if applicable. Maintains clean efficient work environment, and ensures sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed. Follows all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures. Promotes safety in all actions. Maintain confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information. May be cross-trained in other areas to meet the needs of the business. Bilingual skills may be required, at the discretion of the organization, to meet the needs of the business. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Collect plasma samples and move plasma units to freezer to ensure product quality.
- Ensure plasma units are properly stored according to SOPs.
- Verify the accuracy of unit labeling.
- Utilize sterile technique to draw samples and use heat sealer.
- Pack and ship samples and units in accordance with SOPs.
- Prepare shipping and unit disposal documentation.
- Monitor freezer and refrigerator temperatures.
- Record variances in equipment functioning.
- Conduct daily calibration of equipment.
- Record donor data in the electronic donor information management system.
- Understand policies and procedures associated with hyper immune programs.
- Maintain a clean and efficient work environment.
- Ensure sufficient operating supplies and forms are available.
- Follow all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and OSHA policies.
- Promote safety in all actions.
- Maintain confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information.
- May be cross-trained in other areas.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of three (3) months experience in laboratory or warehouse environment preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to perform basic math calculations.
- Understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions.
- Ability to follow basic instructions and guidelines.
- Ability to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.
- Ability to perform tasks while standing and walking up to 100% of time.
- Ability to reach, bend, kneel and have high level of manual dexterity.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Nice-to-haves
- Bilingual skills may be required to meet the needs of the business.
Benefits
- For more information on CSL Plasma benefits visit https://cslbenefits.com/cslp.
