Phlebotomist, Plasmapheresis & Donor Care

Octapharma Plasma; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Formal training

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Wellness program

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Company holidays

Personal time

Job summary

Octapharma Plasma is seeking a plasmapheresis technician to execute venipunctures and operate automated plasmapheresis machines, ensuring donor safety and high-quality plasma collection. You will follow SOPs and maintain strict compliance with FDA, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP standards.

The role requires good customer service, clear communication, and the ability to document accurately in a fast-paced setting. Day and evening shifts with weekend coverage are common in this field.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Three (3) months’ experience in a medical or health care environment or equivalent.
• Completed documentation of training appropriate for duties, prior to performing duties independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure total operation is compliant with state and federal regulations (FDA SOPs, OSHA, CLIA, GMP) to maintain production standards and facility compliance.
• Maintain a high level of customer service and positive donor experience.
• Stock and replenish supplies to meet production needs and maintain a clean, professional work environment.
• Review and confirm donor identification and maintain donor confidentiality per SOPs.
• Set up and prepare all equipment and disposable supplies for venipuncture and plasmapheresis; label units and samples accurately.
• Execute venipunctures and plasma collection, maintaining high quality and safety.
• Operate the automated plasmapheresis machines, including responding to alarms and donor adverse events, documenting exceptions, etc.
• Monitor donor conditions to ensure donor safety and plasma quality.
• Maintain proper ratios to ensure donor safety and product quality; disconnect donors and manage disposal of biohazard waste as per safety protocols.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly calibration and maintenance of automated plasmapheresis machines; remove/replace equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including machine logs, and report unsafe situations to management.
• Drive training efficiencies to ensure timeliness and compliance.
• Troubleshoot machine alarms/alerts and perform daily/monthly QCs on equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Venipuncture

Customer service

Communication skills

Basic computer knowledge

Plasmapheresis equipment

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Plasmapheresis machines

Job description

Octapharma Plasma is seeking a plasmapheresis technician to execute venipunctures and operate automated plasmapheresis machines, ensuring donor safety and high-quality plasma collection. You will follow SOPs and maintain strict compliance with FDA, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP standards.

The role requires good customer service, clear communication, and the ability to document accurately in a fast-paced setting. Day and evening shifts with weekend coverage are common in this field.