Phlebotomist I

Octapharma Plasma, Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a rapidly growing organization dedicated to saving lives through plasma donation. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a difference while ensuring compliance with health regulations and providing exceptional service to donors. You'll be responsible for performing venipunctures, operating specialized equipment, and maintaining a safe and clean environment. With a strong emphasis on training and professional development, you'll thrive in a supportive atmosphere that values your contributions. If you're passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

Personal Time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with strong customer service skills.
• Minimum three months experience in a medical or healthcare environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations in plasma collection.
• Maintain cleanliness and high customer service standards in the donation center.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Documentation Skills

Venipuncture

Basic Computer Knowledge

Ability to Follow Protocols

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification based on State requirements

Job description

Your ability to help donors and patients,

and your access to professional opportunities?

We’re growing fast.

There are so many ways Octapharma Plasma can enhance your life and your career. Our strong growth is creating great learning and career development opportunities throughout our company, especially in our donation centers. Because you’re someone who loves to learn, enjoys people, and has a real heart to help, we encourage you to join us as a:

This is What You’ll Do:

• Ensures total operation is compliant with state and federal regulations (e.g. FDA approved Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP) to maintain the highest production standards and ensure facility compliance.
• Maintains high level of customer service and positive donor experience in line with company values and culture.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area to ensure a clean and professional environment.
• Reviews and confirms donor identification and maintains donor confidentiality per Standard Operating Procedures.
• Sets up and prepares all equipment and disposable supplies for venipuncture and plasmapheresis procedure.
• Labels and ensures each unit and samples are labeled accurately.
• Executes venipunctures and plasma collection, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Operates the automated plasmapheresis machines, including response and evaluation of all machine alarms and alerts, donor adverse events, document exceptions, etc.
• Monitors donor conditions, employing techniques to ensure donor comfort, safety, and the quality of plasma product.
• Maintains proper ratio to ensure donor safety and quality of product.
• Disconnects the donor and handles the disposal of biohazardous waste and contaminated equipment, including cleaning spills and following safety protocols.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly calibration/maintenance of automated plasmapheresis machines and removes and/or replaces equipment from service, if needed.
• Reports all unsafe situations and conditions to management.
• Maintains/stocks adequate inventory and replenishes supplies on plasma carts.
• Able to drive training efficiencies to ensure timeliness and compliance.
• Responsible for troubleshooting machine alarms/alerts and performing QCs routinely (defined as daily/monthly) on equipment.
• Performs other job-related tasks as assigned.

This is What It Takes:

• High school diploma, or equivalent (GED) required.
• Any specific certification or licensing based on State requirements. Minimum three (3) months’ experience in a medical or health care environment or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Must have completed documentation of training appropriate for duties prior to performing duties independently.
• Strong customer service skills required. Ability to understand and follow written and verbal protocol required.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills required.
• Able to make accurate and complete documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals required.
• Ability to speak, read, write (legibly and accurately), and understand English required.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrates consistency and reliability (good attendance, punctual, apply full effort throughout shift, flexibility with assigned schedule) required.
• Ability to work daytime and evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts on a frequent basis required.
• Ability to perform venipunctures required.

Do Satisfying Work. Earn Real Rewards and Benefits.

We’re widely known and respected for our benefits and for leadership that is supportive and hands-on. Managers who truly want you to grow and excel.

• Formal training
• Outstanding plans for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• Paid time off
• Personal time

More About Octapharma Plasma Inc.

With donation centers and team members throughout the U.S., Octapharma Plasma, Inc. collects plasma to create life-saving medicines for patients worldwide. We are growing at an impressive pace, and so is the positive impact of our work. Our community relies on teamwork, compassion, and expertise to get things done the right way while making a meaningful difference in the lives we touch.

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