Position 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 has the responsibility of ensuring all products and samples are moved to the appropriate storage units within the proper timeline and ensuring the freezer is organized in a manner that allows for the appropriate segregation of units and 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. They are routinely the initial point of contact for deliveries due to the location in the building and must contact the proper individuals to notify them of delivery. Responsibilities on the donor room floor include the set-up of automated collection instruments, monitoring of donors through the collection process, disconnection of donors from the automated instrument, and the management of Level 1 reactions. Responsibilities in the screening area include the capability of interpreting the results of the health history and vital signs in relation to the criteria as outlined in the company procedures and ensuring the acceptability of donors following these established procedures. In addition to completing and maintaining the qualification of a plasma processor, cross-training and successful qualification for donor tech and donor screener functions is a standard expectation of the role.

The plasma processor must maintain clean efficient work environment, and ensure sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed. Follows all FDA and OSHA policies and procedures and maintains confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information. They also assist with the administrative duties to support the Donor Center and maintain compliance with procedures and regulations while following the current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).

Essential Functions (ES) and Responsibilities

Key Duties (E):
o Labels and verifies sample tubes, unit label number, and sample tube label number prior to sampling.
o Collects all required samples from the unit following ADMA SOP’s to ensure that sterility is maintained.
o Places units and samples in freezer within 30 minutes of collection.
o Completes the entire processing of only one (1) at a time to prevent unit mix ups.
o Stores units and samples in accordance with SOPs.
o Accurately and efficiently completes all unit, sample packing, and shipping functions.
o Physically arranges cases and samples in the freezer to ensure it always remains organized for ease of retrieval of both units and samples.
o Perform quality control of areas area equipment.
o Obtain any back up samples as required for the laboratory or customers.
o Sets-up and readies the collection device correctly.
Essential Functions (E) and Responsibilities

Collects and labels the required samples at the donor bedside.
o Inspects soft goods prior to use to confirm there is no breakage, kinks in the line, contamination, or particles in the solutions.
o Correctly maintains, handles, and cleans equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.
o Operates the automated collection device as determined in the user manual.
o Monitors the donor for any sign of reaction before, during, and after plasmapheresis.
o Disconnects the donor from the automated collection device and ensures the donor is in good physical condition prior to release.
o Records information in the collection device as prompted. Records medical incidents as applicable. Records equipment incident information as prompted.
o Restocks supplies as necessary.
o Reports all unsafe situations or conditions to immediate supervisor or member of center management immediately.
o Confirms donor identification in Screening.
o Teaches the donor to use the self-administered questionnaire and assist as needed.
o Performs donor arm checks.
o Determines donor vital signs and weight and properly records results in applicable donor center system.
o Determines donor suitability by reviewing donor responses to questionnaire and confirming the donor has provided the correct answers to donor suitability questions.
o Defer donors based on knowledge of donor acceptance and deferral criteria.
o Explains deferrals and associated time frames to donors.
o Respects and maintains donor confidentiality regarding donor deferrals.
o Performs donor total protein readings using a refractometer and records the results in n applicable donor center system.
o Performs donor hematocrit readings and records the results in applicable donor center system.
o Enters required information into the applicable donor center system.
o Confirms all required donor suitability criteria and associated records are complete and accurate before determining donor acceptance.
o Maintains an organized and clean work environment.
o Maintains competence with all position required tasks.
o Attends scheduled staff training and staff meetings.
o Additional duties as related to/supporting the needs of the business can be assigned by management as deemed necessary.
o Perform the function of donor floor technician and other positions based on the needs of the business and at the discretion of leadership.
 

Job Responsibilities or Job Requirements

Competencies

Experience Requirements

• Education Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience Requirements: None

Preferred Experience

Compliance Requirements (ES)

o Executes donor reviews in accordance with SOPs.
o Follows all FDA and OSHA policies and procedures and maintains confidentiality of all personnel, donor, and center information.
o Performs work duties with strict adherence to procedures and regulations.
o Performs job duties and maintains records in accordance with cGMP requirements.