Phlebotomist

Overview

Responsible for the efficient and effective collection of plasma from donors by performing venipuncture, monitoring the pheresis process and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• In compliance with SOPs, perform all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection, including donor set-up, donor monitoring and donor disconnect.
• In compliance with SOPs and FDA guidelines, perform venipuncture on donors to begin pheresis process.
• Evaluate vein performance of the donor to identify possible problems; make necessary corrections to expedite donation time and ensure product quality and donor safety. Ensure donation process is efficient and adjust as needed to provide a positive donor experience.
• Educate new donors on the use of therapeutic products made from donated plasma. Explain the screening process, health screening tests performed, appointment system, donation fees, center policies, proper nutrition and any other information pertinent to the donor; answer donor questions timely, accurately and professionally.
• Maintain alertness to donor reactions and assist with reactions or notify appropriate staff.
• Use Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record incidents during the pheresis process, such as machine alerts/alarms, volume variances and donor adverse events.
• Perform calibrations and verify maintenance as outlined in SOPs. Respond to and resolve complex equipment alarms or donor issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures. Create incident documentation; remove and/or replace equipment from service.
• Monitor donor flow on the donor floor to ensure continuous turnover. Alert Group Leader or Supervisor of donor-flow issues.
• Collect arm samples or whole blood samples from donors for testing.
• Ensure accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in SOPs.
• Understand policies and procedures associated with hyper-immune programs at the center, if applicable.
• Maintain a clean, efficient work environment and ensure sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed. Follow Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures. Promote safety in all actions.
• Maintain confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information.
• May be cross-trained in other areas to meet business needs. Bilingual skills may be required, at the organization’s discretion.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum twelve (12) months experience in a medical or health care environment preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For Centers located in CA: automated plasmapheresis procedures require minimum state certification as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I, OR current Registered Nurse by the State of California.

Different qualifications or responsibilities may apply based on local legal and/or educational requirements. Refer to local job documentation where applicable.

The expected base pay for this position is $18.68-$20.39 per hour. This wage range reflects CSL’s pay for this position at the listed location as of the time of posting. Individual base pay is determined by qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies and other relevant factors.

CSL Plasma operates one of the world’s largest and most sophisticated plasma donation networks, with nearly 330 donation centers in the U.S. and Europe. CSL Plasma is a subsidiary of CSL, a global biopharma company. Plasma collected at CSL Plasma facilities is used by CSL for manufacturing lifesaving plasma-derived therapies. Learn more at  and

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