Screening Lead
KEDPLASMA · Irving, TX · 2 wk ago
OTHRFull-time
Job Summary
Want to make a direct impact on donor safety while building your leadership skills? Join our team at KEDPLASMA and lead the critical first step in the plasma donation process — donor screening. This is your opportunity to combine customer service, healthcare processes, and leadership in a supportive, community-focused environment where every detail matters.
What you'll do
- Oversight of daily operations of the screening area, ensuring all donor screening procedures are carried out efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with regulatory standards and company SOPs.
- Perform donor identification, registration, and verification to confirm eligibility.
- Assess donor health and suitability by reviewing self-administered health history forms and conducting vital signs measurements, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight.
- Identify pre-donation risk factors or deferral criteria based on donor health information, vital sign results, and behavioral risk assessments.
- Monitor donor reactions during the screening process and coordinate with medical staff as needed for intervention.
- Train new and existing staff on proper screening procedures, equipment use, safety protocols, and donor service expectations.
- Maintain a smooth donor flow from registration through screening, minimizing wait times while ensuring thorough evaluations.
- Keep the screening area clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies; change supply lot numbers as required when new lots are introduced.
- Perform routine equipment calibration, maintenance, and cleaning per established schedules.
- Review donor records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements.
- Handle minor donor relations issues and support donor retention initiatives through professional, courteous, and compassionate service.
- Maintain confidentiality of all donor, staff, and center information, following data privacy and security protocols.
- Support marketing and promotional efforts to attract and retain donors by explaining donation benefits, fee structures, promotions, and the impact of plasma-based therapies.
- Answer donor and public inquiries in a friendly, professional manner, providing accurate information or directing calls to the appropriate personnel.
Qualifications And Need-to-know
- A high school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in plasma or blood collection, healthcare, or a regulated environment preferred.
- Leadership or training experience is a plus.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on donor care.
- Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced setting.
- Comfortable using computers and data entry systems.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and remain on your feet for most of the workday.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards such as FDA, cGMP, PPTA, and OSHA is beneficial.
- Comfortable working in environments with exposure to bloodborne pathogens and cold storage areas (-40°C) for short periods.