Phlebotomist

About the role

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. This role is based in Fayetteville, NC.

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.

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.

Occupational Demands

• Work is performed in a plasma center with exposure to biological fluids and 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 (e.g., protective eyewear, garments, gloves, 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 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.