Pheresis Plasma Collection Specialist

CSL; McKeesport (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL is seeking a phlebotomist to collect plasma via pheresis, monitor donors, and ensure safe, efficient procedures per SOPs. The role includes venipuncture, donor education, incident documentation on a PDA, and maintaining accurate donor records.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and phlebotomy training; external candidates need 6 months of phlebotomy experience, with 12 months in healthcare preferred. Work requires standing, lifting to 25 pounds, and occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Phlebotomy training completed.
• External candidates: 6+ months phlebotomy experience; 12 months in health care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pheresis procedure and donor monitoring per SOPs.
• Conduct donor venipuncture to start pheresis.
• Assess vein performance and adjust process for safety and efficiency.
• Educate donors on screening, nutrition, fees and center policies.
• Monitor for donor reactions and assist as needed.
• Use PDA to document incidents during pheresis.
• Calibrate and verify maintenance per SOPs; resolve alarms.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and document incidents.
• Oversee donor flow and report issues to supervisor.
• Collect arm or whole blood samples for testing.
• Record donor data accurately in the donor management system.
• Understand hyperimmune program policies if applicable.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and ensure supplies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

PDA documentation

Customer interaction

Education

High school diploma

Phlebotomy training

Tools

PDA

Donor information system

Job description

CSL is seeking a phlebotomist to collect plasma via pheresis, monitor donors, and ensure safe, efficient procedures per SOPs. The role includes venipuncture, donor education, incident documentation on a PDA, and maintaining accurate donor records.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and phlebotomy training; external candidates need 6 months of phlebotomy experience, with 12 months in healthcare preferred. Work requires standing, lifting to 25 pounds, and occasional overtime.