Phlebotomist

Grifols; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Grifols, a global healthcare company, is seeking a full-time phlebotomist in Reno, NV to support donor care and sample collection with a focus on comfort and confidentiality.

You will operate plasmapheresis equipment, monitor donors and equipment, and respond to donor reactions in a safe plasma center environment. Excellent customer service and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Flexible schedule availability.
• Interest in making a difference in the world.
• State licensures or certifications where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in determining the suitability of donors.
• Establish rapport with donors to ensure overall customer happiness while ensuring donor confidentiality.
• Respond to and assist with handling donor reactions.
• Monitor donor and equipment to ensure the health of donors and quality of product.
• Set up, disconnect, and operate the automated plasmapheresis machines.
• Disconnect and dispose of all contaminated disposable equipment.

Skills

Superior customer service standards

Ability to work a flexible schedule

An interest in making a difference in

Obtains required state licensures or?

Education

High School diploma or GED

State licensures or certifications where applicable

Job description

Overview

NEW Full Time. Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well‑being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma‑derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Qualifications

• Superior customer service standards
• A High School diploma or GED
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• An interest in making a difference in the world
• Obtains required state licensures or certifications where applicable

Our ideal phlebotomist is patient, reliable, and really commits to keeping our donors comfortable and happy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in determining the suitability of donors.
• Establish rapport with donors to ensure overall customer happiness while ensuring donor confidentiality.
• Respond to and assist with handling donor reactions.
• Monitor donor and equipment to ensure the health of donors and quality of product.
• Set up, disconnect, and operate the automated plasmapheresis machines.
• Disconnect and dispose of all contaminated disposable equipment.

Occupational Demands (Form # 74)

Work is performed in a plasma centre. Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Exposure to electrical office and laboratory equipment. Exposure to extreme cold below 32 F while working in plasma freezer. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments, gloves and cold‑gear. Work is performed standing for 6 to 8 hours per day. Bending and twisting neck and waist for 1‑2 hours per day. Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Frequent foot movement; may infrequently squat, crouch or sit on one’s heels. May walk up to 6‑8 hours per day. Light lifting of 15 lbs, with a maximum lift of 50 lbs. May reach below shoulder height. Hearing acuity essential. Color perception/discrimination, near vision and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to comprehend and follow instructions to complete assigned tasks. Must possess the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Must perform within the guidance of both oral or written instructions. Relates sensitive information to diverse groups.

Agency Notice

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, non‑expired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

Location

NORTH AMERICA : USA : NV‑Reno:USRENO – Reno NV‑E 6th St‑BIO