Medical Screener - Reception Technician (Customer Service)

CSL Vifor; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL Vifor in Waukegan, IL is seeking an entry-level Donor Center Associate to greet donors and guide them through registration and screening for plasma pheresis. You will perform health questions, basic measurements, and document donor data while upholding safety and confidentiality standards.

The role involves assisting with donor screening, responding to inquiries, and coordinating with medical staff as needed to ensure a smooth donation process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 months experience in clerical or customer service role.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.

Responsibilities

• Greet donors at the plasma collection center and verify eligibility.
• Assist donors with registration and screening procedures per SOPs.
• Record donor data accurately in the electronic management system.
• Monitor donor well-being during and after pheresis and notify staff as needed.
• Answer phones and direct inquiries to appropriate staff.

Skills

Clerical experience

Customer service

Basic math

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for greeting donors at the plasma collection center and conducting a series of registration procedures to verify donor suitability for the plasma pheresis process.
• In compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), assists qualified donors in completing the screening process. The screening procedures includes but are not limited to: assessing the self-administered health history, answering basic medical questions associated with the donation process, referring donors to medical staff when appropriate and performing health screening procedures such as blood pressure, pulse, weight, temperature. Performs finger stick to obtain sample to obtain donor’s hematocrit and total protein levels.
• Upon completion of the appropriate training, may educate new donors on the use of therapeutic products made from donated plasma. This includes explaining the screening process, the health screening tests performed, the appointment system, donation fees, center policies, proper nutrition and any other information pertinent to the donor. Ensures that all donor questions are answered timely, accurately and professionally.
• May be involved in registering applicant and transfer donors based upon completion of appropriate training and operational needs of the center.
• May answer the telephone and answer callers question or transfer call to appropriate staff member.
• Maintains alertness and awareness to any reaction by a donor may have during or after the pheresis process and notifies appropriate staff.
• Alerts Group Leader or Supervisor of donor flow issues.
• Ensures the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the SOPs.
• Understands 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.
• Maintains 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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of three (3) months experience in a clerical or customer service related position, preferably in medical or health provider environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must be able to perform basic math calculations

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 at hiring is $16.61-$18.13 hr. Please note that this wage range reflects what CSL expects to pay for this position at the listed location as of the time of this posting. Individual base pay for a successful candidate within this range is determined by qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies and other relevant factors