Plasmapheresis Phlebotomist: Donor Care & Tech

Octapharma Plasma, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

HSA

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Wellness program

401k

Paid time off

Company paid holidays

Personal time

Job summary

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking a Donor Center Plasmapheresis Technician to perform venipunctures and plasma collection while ensuring donor safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, and at least 3 months in a medical/healthcare setting. Strong customer service and meticulous documentation are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 3 months’ experience in a medical/health care environment.
• Completed documentation of training appropriate for duties, prior to 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 in line with company values and culture.
• 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 procedure; label units and samples accurately.
• Execute venipunctures and plasma collection, maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Operate 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.
• Maintain proper ratio to ensure donor safety and quality of product, disconnect donors, and manage the disposal of biohazard waste and contaminated equipment in accordance with the safety protocols.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly calibration and maintenance of automated plasmapheresis machines; remove and/or replace equipment from service as needed.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation, including Plasmapheresis Machine Logs, and report all unsafe situations and conditions to management.
• Drive training efficiencies to ensure timeliness and compliance.
• Troubleshoot machine alarms/alerts and perform QCs routinely (defined as daily/monthly) on equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Venipuncture

Customer service

Documentation

Safety protocols

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Plasmapheresis machines

Job description

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking a Donor Center Plasmapheresis Technician to perform venipunctures and plasma collection while ensuring donor safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, and at least 3 months in a medical/healthcare setting. Strong customer service and meticulous documentation are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.