Phlebotomist

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We’re growing fast. Octapharma Plasma offers learning and career development opportunities throughout our company, especially in our donation centers. If you love learning, enjoy people, and have a heart to help, join us as a Phlebotomist 1.

• Ensure total operation is compliant with state and federal regulations (FDA SOPs, OSHA, CLIA, GMP) to maintain highest production standards.
• Maintain high level of customer service and positive donor experience in line with company values and culture.
• Keep the work area clean and professional.
• Review and confirm donor identification, maintain confidentiality per SOPs.
• Set up and prepare all equipment and disposable supplies for venipuncture and plasmapheresis procedures.
• Label and ensure accurate labeling of each unit and sample.
• Execute venipunctures and plasma collection, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Operate the automated plasmapheresis machines, respond to and evaluate all machine alarms and alerts, document donor adverse events, and record exceptions.
• Monitor donor conditions, using techniques to ensure donor comfort, safety, and product quality.
• Maintain proper ratio to ensure donor safety and product quality.
• Disconnect donors and manage disposal of biohazard waste and contaminated equipment per safety protocols, including cleaning of spills.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly calibration/maintenance of automated machines and replace equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of necessary records, including machine logs.
• Report all unsafe situations and conditions to management.
• Maintain and stock adequate inventory; replenish supplies on plasma carts.
• Drive training efficiencies to ensure timeliness and compliance.
• Troubleshoot machine alarms/alerts and perform regular quality checks (daily/monthly).
• Perform additional job-related tasks as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• State-based certification or licensing as required.
• Minimum 3 months of experience in a medical or health care environment, or equivalent education and experience.
• Complete training documentation prior to independent duties.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal protocol.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.
• Accurate and complete documentation.
• Read and interpret documents including safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions.
• Effective in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Excellent attendance, punctuality, full effort during shift, and flexibility with schedule.
• Availability for daytime, evening, weekend, holiday, and extended shifts.
• Ability to perform venipuncture.
• Effective communication skills.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Pull or lift up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel.
• Utilize all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Occupational exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
• Use video display terminal less than 18 inches from face for extended periods.
• Work in temperatures as low as
  -40°C per SOPs.
• Perform precise tasks requiring repetitive small motor skills.
• Use assistive devices if needed for mobility or communication.

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• Formal training
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays
• Personal time

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Health Care Provider

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing