Phlebotomist

**About us**

Canadian Plasma Resources (CPR) is a pharmaceutical manufacturer licensed by Health Canada and certified by the European Union (EU) and the International Quality Plasma Program (IQPP). CPR is a source member of the Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association (PPTA).

CPR 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

**Salary**: $39,520.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Ability to commute/relocate:

- Winnipeg, MB R3M 3T8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- phlebotomy: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location