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Phlebotomist

Grifols, Richmond, VA, United States


Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that has been working since 1909 to improve the health and well‑being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma‑derived medicines and transfusion medicine, developing, producing and marketing innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Phlebotomist – We Train
You Are a Fit For Us If You Have

Superior customer service standards

A high school diploma or GED

Ability to work a flexible schedule

An interest in making a difference in the world

Obtains required state licensures or certifications where applicable

Primary Responsibilities

Assist in determining the suitability of donors.

Establish rapport with donors to ensure overall customer happiness while maintaining donor confidentiality.

Respond to and assist with handling donor reactions.

Monitor donor and equipment to ensure donor health and product quality.

Set up, disconnect, and operate automated plasmapheresis machines.

Disconnect and dispose of all contaminated disposable equipment.

Occupational Demands

Work performed in a plasma center with exposure to biological fluids and potential infectious organisms.

Exposure to electrical office and laboratory equipment.

Exposure to extreme cold below 32°F while working in a plasma freezer.

Personal protective equipment required: protective eyewear, garments, gloves and cold‑gear.

Stand for 6 to 8 hours per day.

Bend and twist neck and waist for 1–2 hours per day.

Frequent hand movement with the ability to make fast, simple movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.

Effective coordination of finger movements to grasp and manipulate objects.

Frequent foot movement; may infrequently squat, crouch or sit on heels.

May walk up to 6–8 hours per day.

Light lifting of 15 lbs with a maximum lift of 50 lbs.

May reach below shoulder height.

Hearing acuity essential.

Color perception/discrimination, near vision and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye.

Must possess the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Must perform within the guidance of both oral or written instructions.

Relate sensitive information to diverse groups.

Employment Opportunity and EEO Statement
Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious practices, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran, or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.

Location
NORTH AMERICA : USA : VA – Richmond: USRICPC – Richmond VA – S Laburnum Ave – BIO

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