Plasma Donation Phlebotomist Pheresis Specialist

CSL; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CSL Plasma is seeking a donor center professional to perform pheresis, venipuncture and donor care. The role emphasizes strict adherence to SOPs, donor safety, and accurate data capture using a PDA and electronic systems.

The candidate will educate donors about plasma products, monitor for reactions, and handle equipment maintenance and troubleshooting in a fast-paced environment. High school diploma required; CSL DST training preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Internal CSL employees: must complete CSL Plasma DST training.
• External candidates: minimum 6 months as a phlebotomist; 12 months in a medical environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform pheresis procedure including donor setup, monitoring and disconnect.
• Perform venipuncture to begin pheresis per SOPs and FDA guidelines.
• Evaluate donor veins; adjust to expedite donation while ensuring safety and quality.
• Educate donors on plasma products, screening, appointments, fees, center policies and nutrition.
• Monitor donors for reactions and assist staff as needed.
• Record incidents using a PDA during pheresis and address machine alarms.
• Calibrate and verify equipment maintenance per SOPs; respond to alarms and issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures; document incidents and replace faulty equipment.
• Monitor donor flow; alert supervisor to flow issues.
• Collect arm or blood samples for testing and ensure accurate donor data entry in the system.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow HSE/OSHA policies; may cross-train and be bilingual.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

PDA data recording

Donor safety

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PDA device

Donor information system

Job description

CSL Plasma is seeking a donor center professional to perform pheresis, venipuncture and donor care. The role emphasizes strict adherence to SOPs, donor safety, and accurate data capture using a PDA and electronic systems.

The candidate will educate donors about plasma products, monitor for reactions, and handle equipment maintenance and troubleshooting in a fast-paced environment. High school diploma required; CSL DST training preferred.