Apheresis Technician
Apheresis Technician
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Job Description
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.
Were offering a generous sign on bonus of $3000 come you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent were eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.
Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager Blood Donor Center the Apheresis Technician I performs donor registration screening whole blood collection automated platelet and red blood cell apheresis collections and preparation of components from collected whole blood. Provides excellent customer service. Balances production donor care and quality requirements to meet annual blood collection goals. The Apheresis Technician I complies with all applicable state and federal regulations as well as hospital policies and procedures to ensure the safety of the donor and quality of the blood components.
Job Summary
Responsible for overseeing and coordinating phlebotomy procedures within healthcare facility. This role is also responsible for serving as a laboratory liaison to patients nursing personnel and staff and assures excellence in quality and safety of blood collection and analysis.Qualifications
Skills Abilities and Competencies Required
Donor Center Processes:
Provides donor greetings directs donors to read educational materials and assists with completing donor cards.
Conducts donor interviews to obtain accurate and complete medical history information.
Determines donor suitability using donor guideline manuals and department reference materials.
Performs whole blood phlebotomy and automated apheresis donations.
Labels sample tubes and collection packs completes records and handles products post-collection per FDA guidelines.
Prepares components in the component prep lab using centrifugation separation mixing and labeling techniques ensuring accuracy in data entry.
Records the results of all procedures performed using Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
Quality Control and Support:
Performs Quality Control and Preventive Maintenance procedures.
Assists donor center staff with managing reactions and medical emergencies.
Maintains equipment and stocks supplies both in-house and on buses.
Ensures donor information and records remain confidential as per MGH Privacy/Confidentiality/HIPPA policies.
Adheres to safety and infection control techniques.
Provides education and support to donors and the public.
Professionalism:
Exhibits professionalism in appearance and grooming.
Maintains prompt and regular attendance.
Licenses Certifications and/or Registrations:
Medical Assistant certificate or phlebotomy training (desired).
National Phlebotomy Certification (desired).
CPR certification (desired).
Education:
High school diploma or GED required.
Experience:
2-3 years previous patient/donor care experience or experience in a patient care or blood donor setting (preferred).
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (3466%)
Walking Frequently (3466%)
Sitting Occasionally (333%)
Lifting Frequently (3466%) 35lbs (with assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (3466%) 20lbs35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (333%)
Pulling Occasionally (333%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (3466%)
Stooping Occasionally (333%)
Kneeling Occasionally (333%)
Crouching Occasionally (333%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (3466%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (3466%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (3466%)
Feeling Constantly (67100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision Far Constantly (67100%)
Vision Near Constantly (67100%)
Talking Constantly (67100%)
Hearing Constantly (67100%)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$20.43 - $29.21/HourlyGrade
4EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
