Plasmapheresis Phlebotomist — Safe Plasma Collection

Octapharma Plasma, Inc.; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Formal training

Medical, dental, 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 venipunctures and manage donor sessions on site in the United States.

The role requires strict adherence to FDA SOPs, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP standards while delivering excellent donor care and high-quality plasma products. The ideal candidate will perform venipunctures, operate plasmapheresis machines, monitor donor safety, and maintain detailed machine logs.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal protocol.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills.
• Ability to produce accurate and complete documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to demonstrate reliability through consistent attendance, punctuality, and schedule flexibility.
• Ability to perform venipuncture.

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

Venipuncture

Customer service

Communication

Procedures

Documentation

Reading comprehension

Punctuality

Reliability

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Octapharma Plasma, Inc. is seeking a plasmapheresis technician to execute venipunctures and manage donor sessions on site in the United States.

The role requires strict adherence to FDA SOPs, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP standards while delivering excellent donor care and high-quality plasma products. The ideal candidate will perform venipunctures, operate plasmapheresis machines, monitor donor safety, and maintain detailed machine logs.