Phlebotomist 1
Octapharma Plasma, Inc. · Chicago, IL · 4 days ago
Healthcare$18.69–$24.92/hrFull-time
About the role
Octapharma Plasma offers learning and career development opportunities in our donation centers. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys learning, working with people, and helping others.
Responsibilities
- Ensure total operation compliance with state and federal regulations (e.g., FDA-approved SOPs, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP) to maintain production standards and facility compliance.
- Maintain high-level customer service and a positive donor experience aligned with company values and culture.
- Stock and replenish supplies; maintain a clean, professional work environment.
- Review and confirm donor identification; maintain donor confidentiality per SOPs.
- Set up and prepare equipment and disposable supplies for venipuncture and plasmapheresis; label units and samples accurately.
- Execute venipunctures and plasma collection with high standards of quality and safety.
- Operate automated plasmapheresis machines, respond to alarms, manage donor adverse events, and document exceptions.
- Monitor donor conditions to ensure comfort, safety, and plasma product quality.
- Maintain proper donor-to-staff ratio; disconnect donors and manage biohazard waste disposal per safety protocols.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly calibration and maintenance of plasmapheresis machines; remove/replace equipment as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation, including Plasmapheresis Machine Logs; report unsafe conditions to management.
- Drive training efficiencies for timeliness and compliance.
- Troubleshoot machine alarms/alerts and perform routine QCs (daily/monthly) on equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Three months’ experience in a medical or healthcare environment or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
- Completed documentation of training appropriate for duties prior to independent performance.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Ability to tug, lift, and pull up to thirty-five (35) pounds.
- Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel.
- Ability to utilize all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
- Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
- Ability to view a video display terminal less than 18” from face for extended periods.
- Ability to work in an environment with a temperature of -40°C per SOPs.
- Ability to perform precise tasks requiring repetitive small motor skills, such as drawing blood.
- Ability to use assistive devices for mobility or communication if needed.
- Ability to work daytime, evening, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts frequently.
- Ability to use a computer and other office equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to focus and concentrate on tasks for extended periods.
- Ability to navigate the office environment safely, including stairs and elevators (if applicable).
- Ability to travel up to 20% via airplane and vehicle (if applicable).
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with prescription drug coverage.
- Company-provided basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability.
- 401(k) Savings Plan participation option.
- 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Wellness program.
Pay
The expected base pay for this position at hiring is $18.69–$31.16 per hour. Individual base pay is determined by qualifications, skill level, experience, competencies, and other relevant factors.