About us
Grifols is a pharmaceutical manufacturer licensed by Health Canada and certified by the European Union (EU) and the International Quality Plasma Program (IQPP). Grifols is a source member of the Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association (PPTA).
Grifols collects quality plasma from healthy donors. That plasma is used for further manufacturing into therapies to treat a variety of health conditions.
Position Summary:
The Donation room staff (Phlebotomist) is responsible for performing the plasmapheresis and ensuring that donor safety and care are maximized.
Position Objective:
To maximize donor safety and care and minimize wait times while keeping product quality considerations in mind.
Responsibilities and Duties
Setting up, disconnecting and operating plasmapheresis machine (equipment preparation and proper waste management of contaminated disposables) and performing venipunctures.
- Calibrating equipment if necessary.
- Monitoring donors throughout the procedure and reacting appropriately to adverse reactions or equipment errors.
- Ensuring that donors are safe and comfortable.
- Accurately documenting the plasmapheresis procedure as directed by the procedures.
- Disinfecting and cleaning plasmapheresis machines and donor beds as necessary between donors.
- Confirming that all sample tubes and plasma collection bottles are labeled properly.
- Flexibility to work in other modules of the donation process (Reception and Processing).
Qualifications and Skills
- High school diploma or higher education.
- At least one year of phlebotomy experience in the hospital/industry.
- Certification or qualification in recognized courses related to phlebotomy is an asset.
- Excellent bedside manners and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency with computers and related peripherals
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $43,680.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Were you referred by a current employee of Grifols? If so, please indicate their name:
- Are you available to work evenings AND weekends?
Experience:
- phlebotomy: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person