Overview

Werfen

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.

We are looking to hire an organized, detail-oriented Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist to join our Biologics Sourcing team. The incumbent in this positions shall assist in receipt of reagent red cells and platelets used in manufacturing as well as schedule and perform phlebotomy on in-house donors. They are also responsible for drawing blood for tests, transfusions, and research. If you meet our qualifications and are interested in applying your talents in a leading healthcare manufacturing company, contact us today. 

This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization. Therefore, if you will require sponsorship from us for work authorization now or in the future, we cannot consider your application at this time.

Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist (Medical / Healthcare)

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

• Perform log-in of blood products upon receipt from outside facilities and ensure segments are delivered for testing.
• Organize and reconcile blood products in refrigerator for optimal use.
• Perform phlebotomy on in-house donors.
• Prepare the weekly phlebotomy schedule, including scheduling and notification of donors and replacement of donors who may not be able to donate as scheduled.
• Assist in distribution of collected blood samples to the designated laboratories.
• Assist with maintenance of department equipment according to department specifications.
• Order and maintain department supplies.
• Assist with shipment of samples and units to outside facilities.
• Assist in transport of red cell units between production areas if needed.
• Follow applicable laboratory OSHA safety regulations with respect to chemical hazards, bloodborne pathogens, etc.
• Understand FDA regulations and ISO standards applicable to department operations and consequences of nonconformances

Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist (Medical / Healthcare)

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum of 2 years of phlebotomy experience
• Laboratory experience, required
• Certified in Phlebotomy, preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook

Laboratory Assistant/Phlebotomist (Medical / Healthcare)

Werfen appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

www.werfen.com