Blood Donor Technician

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

 

Job Summary

Summary

Performs donor registration, screenings, product shipment, whole blood collection, and automated platelet collections. Responsible for the performance of donor room procedures under the direction of the charge nurse/tech and follows Standard Operating Procedures. Able to balance production, donor care, and quality requirements to meet annual blood collection goals. The Blood Donor Technician adheres to AABB standards, FDA regulations, and guidelines established by other regulatory agencies.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions
-Interviews donors to determine eligibility according to the departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conducts a medical history and physical examination.
-Follows established criteria for the temporary/permanent deferral of donors to prevent inadvertent collection from an ineligible donor.
-Performs whole blood collection using established sterile technique in preparation of phlebotomy site and performs platelet pheresis collection using the apheresis system.
-Performs daily quality control, including daily scale calibration and other equipment used in the selection and collection process. Responsible for the documentation and corrective action as needed.
-May work on mobile blood drives at locations throughout Massachusetts, and assist in maintaining adequate inventory of necessary supplies for the Donor Center and Off-Site Mobile Blood Drives.
-Transports blood products to the blood bank, follows all safety and infection control policies, maintains a clean work area, and performs other duties as required.
-Maintains a professional image at all times and serves as a role model to colleagues.
-Functions as a preceptor for training new blood donor technicians and/or precepting students.
-Provides leadership and positively impacts the workplace by working collaboratively with the lead tech, charge nurse, and colleagues as a team.

 

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Phlebotomy Technician [National Certification] - Generic - HR Only preferred Donor Phlebotomy Technician [DPT(ASCP)] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred Experience Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant with phlebotomy course 0-1 year required and Blood Donor Technician 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Flexible in scheduling to meet needs of department, including every other Saturday requirement (BWH only). - Experienced phlebotomy skills. - Exceptional customer service skills. - Attention to detail and thorough completion of assigned tasks. - Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology. - Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

 

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently

Walking Frequently

Sitting Occasionally

Lifting Frequently

Carrying Frequently

Pushing Occasionally

Pulling Occasionally

Climbing Rarely

Balancing Frequently

Stooping Occasionally

Kneeling Occasionally

Crouching Occasionally

Crawling Rarely

Reaching Frequently

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently

Feeling Constantly

Foot Use Rarely

Vision - Far Constantly

Vision - Near Constantly

Talking Constantly

Hearing Constantly

 

Onsite

 

75 Francis Street

 

40

 

Regular

 

Rotating (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly

 

Grade

5

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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