Plasmapheresis Phlebotomist I - Donor Care & Safety

Octapharma Plasma, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

401k

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Personal Time

Job summary

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. is seeking a plasmapheresis technician to execute the plasmapheresis process by performing venipunctures at our Akron, OH centers. You will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain donor safety, and support a high-quality plasma product operation.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and at least 3 months of healthcare exposure, with training completed before independent duties. A strong emphasis on customer service and accurate documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three months’ experience in a medical or health care setting preferred.
• Completed training documentation 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) to maintain the highest production standards and ensure facility compliance.
• 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

Medical environment experience

Venipuncture ability

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. is seeking a plasmapheresis technician to execute the plasmapheresis process by performing venipunctures at our Akron, OH centers. You will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain donor safety, and support a high-quality plasma product operation.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED and at least 3 months of healthcare exposure, with training completed before independent duties. A strong emphasis on customer service and accurate documentation is essential.