Phlebotomist II

Octapharma Plasma, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Formal training

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

Job summary

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. in Rochester, NY is looking for a dedicated team member to perform venipuncture and plasmapheresis, ensuring donor safety and high-quality plasma products. You will follow strict SOPs, maintain cleanliness, and support training within a fast-paced center.

The role requires a high school diploma, English proficiency, and the ability to work day/evening hours including weekends. Prior healthcare experience is preferred, with formal training provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• State-specific certification or licensing as required.
• Minimum three months' medical/healthcare experience preferred.
• Completed training documentation before performing duties independently.
• Ability to speak/read/write English.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated reliability and good attendance.
• Ability to work day/evening hours, weekends, holidays, extended shifts.
• Ability to perform venipunctures.

Responsibilities

• Ensures total operation is compliant with state and federal regulations (FDA, OSHA, CLIA, GMP) to maintain high production standards and facility compliance.
• Maintains high level of customer service and positive donor experience.
• Maintains cleanliness of work area for a professional environment.
• Reviews and confirms donor identification and maintains donor confidentiality.
• Sets up and prepares equipment and supplies for venipuncture and plasmapheresis.
• Labels and ensures units and samples are labeled accurately.
• Executes venipunctures and plasma collection with high quality and safety.
• Operates automated plasmapheresis machines and responds to machine alarms and donor events.
• Monitors donor conditions to ensure safety and plasma quality.
• Maintains proper donor safety ratios and product quality.
• Disposes biohazardous waste and cleans spills per safety protocols.
• Performs calibration/maintenance of plasmapheresis machines.
• Reports unsafe situations to management.
• Maintains/stocks inventory and replenishes plasma carts.
• Mentors Phlebotomist I and may train others as needed.
• Troubleshoots machine alarms and performs QC routines.
• Partner with QA on Donor Floor performance and CAPA initiatives.
• Assists with storage room organization (FIFO) and other tasks.

Skills

Venipuncture

English proficiency

Documentation skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

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, and especially 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.
• Execute 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.
• Monitor donor conditions, employing techniques to ensure donor comfort, safety, and the quality
  of plasma product.
• Maintains proper ratio to ensure donor safety and to quality of product.
• Disconnects donors 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 replenish supplies on plasma carts.
• Responsible for mentoring Phlebotomist I and may be assigned to drive training efficiencies to
  ensure timeliness and compliance and may be assigned as a Designated Trainer.
• Responsible for troubleshooting machine alarms/alerts and perform QCs routinely (defined as
  daily/monthly).
• Partners with Quality Assurance on overall Donor Floor performance (favorable performance
  observations, CAPA implementations and continuous improvement initiatives).
• Assists with storage room organization and performs assigned tasks following the First In, First
  Out (FIFO) method.
• 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.
• Ability to speak, read, write (legibly and accurately), and understand English 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 function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Employee possesses enhanced collaboration and adaptability skills.

The expected base pay for this position is $20.61 - $27.47 - $34.34. Please note this wage range reflects what Octapharma Plasma 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.

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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