Phlebotomist

Phlebotomist – Chicago, IL

Qualifications

• Superior customer service standards
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Interest in making a difference in the world
• Obtains required state licensures or certifications where applicable

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in determining the suitability of donors
• Establish rapport with donors to ensure overall customer happiness while maintaining donor confidentiality
• Respond to and assist with handling donor reactions
• Monitor donor and equipment to ensure health of donors and quality of product
• Set up, disconnect, and operate automated plasmapheresis machines
• Disconnect and dispose of all contaminated disposable equipment

Occupational Demands

Work is performed in a plasma center. Exposure to biological fluids with potential infectious organisms. Exposure to electrical office and laboratory equipment. Exposure to extreme cold below 32°F while working in a plasma freezer. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments, gloves and cold-gear. Work is performed standing for 6 to 8 hours per day. Bending and twisting neck and waist for 1–2 hours per day.

Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Ability to make precise coordinated movements of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Frequent foot movement; may infrequently squat, crouch or sit on one's heels. May walk up to 6–8 hours per day. Light lifting of 15 lbs. with a maximum lift of 50 lbs.

May reach below shoulder height. Hearing acuity essential. Color perception/discrimination, near vision and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to comprehend and follow instructions to complete assigned tasks. Must possess the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Must perform within the guidance of oral or written instructions.

Relates sensitive information to diverse groups.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay: $20 per hour
• Eligible to participate in up to 4% of the company bonus pool
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Up to 5% 401(k) match
• Tuition reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious practices and observances, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran, or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

Location
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North America – United States – Illinois – Chicago