Phlebotomist

CSL; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL Vifor is seeking a Plasma Donor Center Technician to efficiently collect plasma via pheresis, perform venipuncture and monitor the process per SOPs and FDA guidelines. You will train new donors, document results, and maintain equipment while ensuring donor safety and a positive experience.

The role requires a high school diploma, healthcare experience, and willingness to work per CA requirements if applicable. Protective gear and safety protocols are emphasized throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; healthcare setting experience preferred.
• State CA requirements may apply for phlebotomy or RN credentials.
• Willingness to adhere to SOPs, health and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Collect plasma from donors via pheresis and monitor process.
• Perform venipuncture and donor setup per SOPs and FDA guidelines.
• Monitor donors, respond to adverse events, and ensure donor safety.
• Record data in the donor information system accurately.
• Calibrate and maintain equipment, resolve alarms and issues.
• Educate donors about plasmapheresis and center policies.
• Keep work area clean and stocked with supplies; follow HSE/OSHA rules.

Skills

Venipuncture

Pheresis procedure

Donor monitoring

SOP compliance

Equipment troubleshooting

Incident documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Phlebotomy Technician I (CA)

Registered Nurse (CA)

Tools

PDA

Electronic donor info system

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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, performs all aspects of the pheresis procedure and plasma collection, including donor set-up, donor monitoring and donor disconnect.
• In compliance with SOPs and Food & Drug Administration (FDA) guidelines, performs venipuncture on donors to begin pheresis process.
• Evaluates vein performance of the donor to identify possible problems; makes necessary corrections in order to expedite donation time and ensure product quality and donor safety. Ensures donation process is efficient and makes adjustments when necessary to make the process a positive experience for the donor.
• May educate new donors on the use of therapeutic products made from donated plasma. Explains 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.
• Maintains alertness to any reaction by donors and assists with reactions or notifies appropriate staff.
• Uses Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record incidents that occur during the pheresis process, such as machine alerts and alarms, volume variances and donor adverse events.
• Required to perform calibrations and verify that maintenance has been performed as outlined in the SOPs. Required to respond to and resolve complex equipment alarms or donor issues.
• Troubleshoots equipment failures. Creates incident documentation, removes and/or replaces equipment from service.
• Monitors donor flow on the donor floor to assure continuous turnover. Alerts Group Leader of Supervisor of donor flow issues.
• Collects arm samples or whole blood samples from donors for testing.
• Ensures the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures (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 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.
• 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 $18.68/hour - $20.39/hour. Please note 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.