Essential Job Responsibilities and Duties:
Perform pre-donation medical screening and/or assessment, which may include health screening procedures such as blood pressure, temperature check, pulse, capillary tube sample collection via finger stick, hematocrit, and total protein determination via digital refractometer, etc.
Setup donors for the plasmapheresis procedure by ensuring that the disposable soft goods are installed in the automated plasmapheresis device
Disconnect the donor when the pheresis process is complete by ensuring collection targets have been met and recorded appropriately, removing the needle from the donor’s arm, and providing donors with post-donation care education
Complete cleaning activities based on the required equipment activity schedule
Conduct pre-registration and registration verification activities for new donors
Monitor equipment in all areas in which trained for alerts or alarms and takes appropriate action following standard operating procedures
Participate in donor flow management by assigning and escorting donors to the appropriate donation area
Learn and maintain thorough familiarity and compliance with all state and federal regulations, Standard Operating Procedure Manual, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), and internal Company Procedures
Thorough knowledge of applicable Company and departmental policies and procedures as well as the willingness to learn and follow any policy or procedure that may be introduced in the future
Maintain an open line of communication with Management
Ensure and maintain the confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor during all interactions with donors, fellow employees, and vendors
Ability to accept performance feedback in a professional manner
Regular attendance and arriving on time to all scheduled shifts and mandatory meetings
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum one (1) year work experience preferred
License or certification where required by state
Requirements
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Demonstrate discretion when dealing with confidential information
Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
Ability to work independently and manage deadlines efficiently
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Physical Requirements
Use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
Frequent leaning, bending, stooping, crouching, and reaching above the shoulders and below the knee
Ability to sit for extended periods for up to four (4) hours at a time
Ability to lift, tug, and pull up to fifty (50) pounds
Work Environment
A typical work environment with moderate noise level
May be exposed to freezing temperatures for short periods of time
Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Disclaimer
This job description is construed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed.
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required.
Education
Required
High School or better in General