Job Description

Job description

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 various health conditions.

Position Summary:

The Donation room staff (Phlebotomist) is responsible for performing 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: $41,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• Were you referred to this position by a current employee of Grifols? If so, please indicate their name.

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Phlebotomy: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person