Plasmapheresis Phlebotomist I - Donor Care & Training

Octapharma Plasma, Inc.; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Formal training

Medical, dental, and vision 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. is seeking a Phlebotomist I to perform plasmapheresis and venipuncture in a high-demand donor center.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain donor safety and a positive donor experience, and manage equipment with care. Responsibilities include setting up and operating plasmapheresis machines, documenting procedures, maintaining supplies, and participating in daily quality checks and safety protocols to deliver quality plasma products.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Three (3) months of experience in a medical or health care environment.
• Completed documentation of training prior to performing duties independently.
• Any state-specific certifications or licenses.

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 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

Customer service

Communication

Documentation

Venipuncture

Safety protocol understanding

Punctuality

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. is seeking a Phlebotomist I to perform plasmapheresis and venipuncture in a high-demand donor center.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, maintain donor safety and a positive donor experience, and manage equipment with care. Responsibilities include setting up and operating plasmapheresis machines, documenting procedures, maintaining supplies, and participating in daily quality checks and safety protocols to deliver quality plasma products.