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OctaPharma Plasma CA Donor Center Technician III in San Diego, California
Description
Want to Expand
your career-development potential,
your ability to help donors and patients,
and your access to professional opportunities?
We’re growing fast.
[You can, too!]
There are so many ways Octapharma Plasma can enhance your life and your career. Our strong growth is creating great learning and career development opportunities throughout our company, and especially our donation centers. Because you’re someone who loves to learn, enjoys people, and has a real heart to help, we encourage you to join us as a:
DONOR CENTER TECHNICIAN III
This Is What You’ll Do:
Ensure total operation is compliant with state and federal regulations (e.g. FDA approved Standard Operating Procedures, OSHA, CLIA, and GMP) to maintain the highest production standards and ensure facility compliance.
Maintain a high level of customer service and positive donor experience in line with company values and culture.
Maintain cleanliness of work area to ensure a clean and professional environment.
Stock and maintains an orderly work area with sufficient supplies to meet production demands.
Maintain Donor Center equipment based on Standard Operating Procedures and applicable manufacturer instructions.
Monitor donor conditions, employing techniques to ensure donor comfort, safety, and the quality of plasma product.
Maintain Donor confidentiality based on company policy.
Maintain complete and accurate record keeping per company’s Standard Operating Procedures. Clean any blood or plasma spills and performs proper procedure for disposition of biohazardous waste.
Responsible for mentoring junior Donor Center Technicians, able to drive training efficiencies to ensure timeliness and compliance and is a Designated Trainer.
Partner with Quality Assurance on overall center performance (favorable performance observations, CAPA implementations and continuous improvement initiatives).
Responsible for troubleshooting machine alarms/alerts and perform QCs routinely (defined as daily/monthly) and periodic (defined as quarterly/annually) on equipment.
Oversee the flow of donors, responsible for organizing lunch schedules, breaks, and overall schedule adherence.
Assist with storage room organization and performs assigned tasks following the First In, First Out (FIFO) method.
Perform other job-related tasks, as assigned.
Donor Eligibility:
Ensure that donor meets eligibility criteria based on Standard Operating Procedures.
Perform donor vitals evaluation per Standard Operations Procedure.
Perform finger stick for Microhematocrit and Total Protein determination.
Register applicant donors per Standard Operating Procedures. Plasma Collection:
Set up and prepare all equipment and disposable supplies for venipuncture and plasmapheresis procedures per standard operating procedures.
Disconnect donor after plasmapheresis process is completed per standard operating procedure.
Maintain proper ratio to ensure donor safety and quality of product.
Operate the automated plasmapheresis machines including response and evaluation of all machine alarms and alerts, responds to donor adverse events, and document exceptions.
Product Processing:
Prompt and sterile collection and storage of plasma product and samples per Standard Operating Procedures.
Handle tested and untested product, as well as product with unsuitable test results.
Properly organize samples and product in a walk-in storage freezer per Standard Operating Procedures. · Prepare product and samples for shipments, per Standard Operating Procedures and federal transportation regulations.
Monitor freezer and refrigerator temperatures and immediately inform appropriate personnel if equipment is not functioning properly. Record variance if applicable.
This is What It Takes:
Employee must have all initial training completed, including QA-Backup and/or NexSys Technician.
Three (3) months’ experience in clerical or customer service position preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Specific certification or licensing based on State requirements.
Basic computer knowledge and skills required.
Ability to speak, read, write (legibly and accurately), and understand English required.
Strong customer service skills required.
Strong organizational skills required.
Ability to read, follow, and interpret regulations, instructions and manuals required.
Ability to understand verbal instruction required.
Ability to read numbers on screening equipment and perform basic mathematical calculations required.
Effective communication skills required.
SCHEDULING:
Must be able to work-day and evening hours, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts on a frequent basis.
Attendance and punctuality required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Utilize all required and appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) at all times.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
Ability to tug, lift, and pull up to thirty-five pounds.
Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel.
Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens.
Ability to view video display terminal less than 18” away from face for extended periods of time, up to four (4) hours at a time.
Ability to work in an environment with a temperature of -40C or colder for extended periods.
Occasional exposure to and handling of dry ice
Ability to perform precise tasks that require repetitive small motor skills, such as drawing blood for diagnostic tests.
Ability to use assistive devices if needed for mobility or communication.
Do Satisfying Work. Earn Real Rewards and Benefits.
We’re widely known and respected for our benefits and for leadership that is supportive and hands-on. Managers who truly want you to grow and excel.
Formal training
Outstanding plans for medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Wellness program
401k retirement plan
Paid time off
Company paid holidays
Personal time
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $20.61 and $34.34 per hour; however, unexpected and necessary adjustments or increases may result from Company annual salary increases, if applicable, and or fluctuations in the job market necessitating adjustments to pay ranges. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus and in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and paid time off benefits, including parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
More About Octapharma Plasma Inc.
With donation centers and team members throughout the U.S., Octapharma Plasma, Inc. collects plasma to create life-saving medicines for patients worldwide. We are growing at an impressive pace, and so is the positive impact of our work. Our community relies on teamwork, compassion, and expertise to get things done the right way, while making a meaningful difference in the lives we touch.
Interested? Learn more online and apply now at:
octapharmaplasma.com
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