Plasma Collection Technician: Venipuncture & Donor Care

Octapharma Plasma, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Formal training

Health insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Wellness program

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Company paid holidays

Personal time

Job summary

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. in Texas seeks a Plasmapheresis Technician to execute the plasmapheresis process and venipuncture procedures, ensuring donor safety and compliance with SOPs. You will set up equipment, monitor machines and donors, and maintain detailed logs.

The role emphasizes high-quality donor service, precise documentation, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced plasma donation environment. Training and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3 months’ experience in a medical/health care environment preferred.
• Completed training documentation before performing duties independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure total operation is compliant with state and federal regulations (e.g., FDA approved SOPs, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP).
• 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 with high quality and safety.
• Operate automated plasmapheresis machines; manage alarms, donor adverse events, and document exceptions.
• Monitor donor conditions to ensure safety and plasma product quality.
• Maintain safety protocols; dispose of biohazard waste and contaminated equipment.
• Perform daily/weekly/monthly calibration and maintenance of machines; replace equipment as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation including Plasmapheresis Machine Logs; report unsafe situations.
• Drive training efficiencies to ensure timeliness and compliance.
• Troubleshoot machine alarms/alerts and perform QC daily/monthly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong customer service

Communication skills

Basic computer knowledge

Documentation concepts

Venipuncture ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. in Texas seeks a Plasmapheresis Technician to execute the plasmapheresis process and venipuncture procedures, ensuring donor safety and compliance with SOPs. You will set up equipment, monitor machines and donors, and maintain detailed logs.

The role emphasizes high-quality donor service, precise documentation, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced plasma donation environment. Training and benefits are provided.