Pheresis Plasma Technician - Donor Care & Safety

CSL Vifor; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL Vifor is seeking a Plasma Donor Collection Technician in Texas to perform venipuncture and oversee pheresis procedures in a high-volume donor center.

You will set up donors, monitor the process, and ensure SOP and FDA guideline compliance to collect quality plasma. Responsibilities include vein assessment, donor education, data entry, safety monitoring, and cross-training as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum twelve (12) months experience in a medical or health care environment preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For Centers located in CA the following experience is also required: Persons performing automated plasmapheresis procedures must be at a minimum state certified as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician I, OR Current Registered Nurse by the State of California.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and manage pheresis procedures in accordance with SOPs.
• Set up donors, monitor through the pheresis process and disconnect donors.
• Evaluate vein performance and adjust process to ensure efficiency, safety and donor experience.
• Educate new donors on plasmapheresis, screening, tests, appointments, policies and nutrition.
• Monitor for donor reactions and assist staff as needed.
• Record incidents and donor data using the PDA and ensure accuracy in the donor information system.
• Troubleshoot equipment and maintain records of maintenance and incidents.
• Maintain donor flow on the floor and communicate with supervisors about issues.
• Collect arm samples or whole blood samples for testing as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of donor and center information and follow safety policies.

Skills

Venipuncture

Pheresis process

Donor monitoring

Safety protocols

HSE/OSHA compliance

Bilingual (optional)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Phlebotomy Technician I

Registered Nurse (RN) in CA

Job description

CSL Vifor is seeking a Plasma Donor Collection Technician in Texas to perform venipuncture and oversee pheresis procedures in a high-volume donor center.

You will set up donors, monitor the process, and ensure SOP and FDA guideline compliance to collect quality plasma. Responsibilities include vein assessment, donor education, data entry, safety monitoring, and cross-training as needed.