Phlebotomist 2

About the Company

Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine, developing, producing, and marketing innovative medicines, solutions, and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

About the Role

We are looking for a Phlebotomist to join our team. We provide training for the right candidates. Our ideal phlebotomist is patient, reliable, and committed to keeping our donors comfortable and happy.

Requirements

• Superior customer service standards
• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Interest in making a difference in the world
• Obtain required state licensures or certifications where applicable

Responsibilities

• Assist in determining the suitability of donors
• Establish rapport with donors to ensure overall customer happiness while ensuring donor confidentiality
• Respond to and assist with handling donor reactions
• Monitor donors and equipment to ensure health of donors and quality of product
• Set up, disconnect, and operate the automated plasmapheresis machines
• Disconnect and dispose of all contaminated disposable equipment

Occupational Demands

• Work is performed in a plasma center
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms
• Exposure to electrical office and laboratory equipment
• Exposure to extreme cold below 32 degrees F while working in plasma freezer
• Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments, gloves, and cold-gear
• Work is performed standing for 6 to 8 hours per day
• Bending and twisting neck and waist for 1-2 hours per day
• Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists
• Ability to make precise coordinated movements of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects
• Frequent foot movement; may infrequently squat, crouch, or sit on one's heels
• May walk up to 6-8 hours per day
• Light lifting of 15 lbs. with a maximum lift of 50 lbs.
• May reach below shoulder height
• Hearing acuity essential
• Color perception/discrimination, near vision, and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye
• Able to comprehend and follow instructions to complete assigned tasks
• Must possess the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• Must perform within the guidance of both oral or written instructions
• Relates sensitive information to diverse groups

Location: Farmington Hills, MI