Plasma Processor

Role Summary

The Plasma Processor is responsible for ensuring the product integrity of the plasma unit and associated samples from the time the unit is collected until the unit is shipped. The plasma processor follows SOPs to collect the appropriate samples from the unit and visually inspects the unit for acceptability. This position ensures all products and samples are moved to the appropriate storage units within the proper timeline and maintains an organized freezer for quick location of products or samples. Additional responsibilities include packing and staging units for plasma shipments, preparing units and samples for biohazard waste shipments, locating units and samples as requested, and assisting on the donor floor. The role includes setup of automated collection instruments, monitoring donors, disconnection from the automated instrument, and managing donor reactions, as well as screening donor health history and vital signs to ensure donor eligibility. Cross-training for donor tech and donor screener functions is expected. The role requires following FDA/OSHA policies, maintaining confidentiality, supporting administrative duties, and adhering to cGMPs.

Responsibilities

• Labels and verifies sample tubes, unit label number, and sample tube label number prior to sampling.
• Collects all required samples from the unit following ADMA SOPs to ensure sterility is maintained.
• Places units and samples in freezer within 30 minutes of collection.
• Completes the entire processing of only one (1) at a time to prevent unit mix ups.
• Stores units and samples in accordance with SOPs.
• Accurately and efficiently completes all unit, sample packing, and shipping functions.
• Physically arranges cases and samples in the freezer to ensure it always remains organized for ease of retrieval of both units and samples.
• Performs quality control of areas and equipment.
• Obtains any back up samples as required for the laboratory or customers.
• Sets up and readies the collection device correctly.
• Collects and labels the required samples at the donor bedside.
• Inspects soft goods prior to use to confirm there is no breakage, kinks in the line, contamination, or particles in the solutions.
• Correctly maintains, handles, and cleans equipment in accordance with manufacturer‚Äôs recommendations.
• Operates the automated collection device as determined in the user manual.
• Monitors the donor for any sign of reaction before, during, and after plasmapheresis.
• Disconnects the donor from the automated collection device and ensures the donor is in good physical condition prior to release.
• Records information in the collection device as prompted. Records medical incidents as applicable. Records equipment incident information as prompted.
• Restocks supplies as necessary.
• Reports all unsafe situations or conditions to immediate supervisor or center management immediately.
• Confirms donor identification in screening.
• Teaches the donor to use the self-administered questionnaire and assist as needed.
• Performs donor arm checks.
• Determines donor vital signs and weight and properly records results in the applicable donor center system.
• Determines donor suitability by reviewing donor responses to questions and confirming correct answers.
• Defers donors based on knowledge of donor acceptance and deferral criteria.
• Explains deferrals and associated time frames to donors.
• Respects and maintains donor confidentiality regarding donor deferrals.
• Performs donor total protein readings using a refractometer and records the results in the donor center system.
• Performs donor hematocrit readings and records the results in the donor center system.
• Enters required information into the donor center system.
• Confirms all required donor suitability criteria and associated records are complete and accurate before determining donor acceptance.
• Maintains an organized and clean work environment.
• Maintains competence with all position required tasks.
• Attends scheduled staff training and staff meetings.
• Additional duties as related to supporting the needs of the business can be assigned by management as deemed necessary.
• Performs the function of donor floor technician and other positions based on the needs of the business as directed by leadership.

Qualifications

• Required: Education ‚Äî High school diploma or equivalent.
• Required: Experience ‚Äî None.
• Preferred: Compliance requirements ‚Äî Executes donor reviews in accordance with SOPs; follows all FDA and OSHA policies and procedures and maintains confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information; performs duties with strict adherence to procedures and regulations; maintains records in accordance with cGMP requirements.

Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Basic computer skills.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor when interacting with peers and donors.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve goals, overcome obstacles, and meet deadlines.
• Time management; ability to work in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.