Job Details

Phlebotomy Technician

The Role

Prepares the autopheresis machine for the pheresis process.

Monitor the donor and the pheresis process, responds to specific alarms or signals that may occur during the process.

Disconnect the donor when the process is complete.

Maintain alertness and awareness to any reaction donor may have during or after the pheresis process and notifies appropriate staff.

Use Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) to record incidents that occur during the pheresis process, such as machine alerts and alarms, volume variances and donor adverse events.

Use PDA to link equipment and soft goods used in the pheresis process to the appropriate donor.

Alerts Group Leader or Supervisor of donor flow issues.

Ensure the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Understand the policies and procedures associated with hyper immune programs at the center if applicable.

Maintain clean efficient work environment, and ensures sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed. Follows all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures. Promotes safety in all actions.

Maintain confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information.

May be cross-trained in other areas to meet the needs of the business.

Bilingual skills may be required, at the discretion of the organization, to meet the needs of the business.

Perform job-related duties as assigned.

Your Skills and Experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience

Minimum of three (3) months work experience, preferably in medical or health provider environment or equivalent combination of education and experience

Will perform basic math calculations

Working Conditions

(physical & mental requirements)

Understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions

Understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines

Must be able to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation.

Occasionally perform tasks while standing and walking up to 100% of time

Reach, bend, kneel and have high level of manual dexterity

Occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions

Frequently exposed to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures and to blood borne pathogens Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment while performing specific tasks or in certain areas

Required to work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs