Blood Donor Technician

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

1d • $23 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Blood Donor Technician performs donor registration and screening, product shipment, whole blood collection, and automated platelet collection. Under the direction of the charge nurse or technician, the role carries out donor room procedures according to Standard Operating Procedures and balances production, donor care, and quality requirements to help meet annual blood collection goals. The technician follows AABB standards, FDA regulations, and other applicable regulatory agency guidelines.

The position includes patient care and is based onsite at The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Technicians may also work at mobile blood drives throughout Massachusetts. The role is regular, scheduled for 40 hours per week, with a rotating shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Phlebotomy or medical assistant experience with a phlebotomy course; 0–1 year required.
• Experienced phlebotomy skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and thorough completion of assigned tasks.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible scheduling to meet departmental needs, including every other Saturday at BWH.

Nice To Haves

• Blood Donor Technician experience; 0–1 year preferred.
• National Phlebotomy Technician certification preferred.
• Donor Phlebotomy Technician (DPT(ASCP)) certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview donors to determine eligibility according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures and conduct medical histories and physical examinations.
• Apply criteria for temporary or permanent donor deferral to prevent collection from ineligible donors.
• Collect whole blood using established sterile technique, including preparing the phlebotomy site, and perform platelet pheresis collection using the apheresis system.
• Perform daily quality control, including scale calibration and checks of other equipment used in donor selection and collection; document results and take corrective action as needed.
• Work at mobile blood drives throughout Massachusetts when required and help maintain adequate supplies for the Donor Center and off-site mobile blood drives.
• Transport blood products to the blood bank; follow safety and infection-control policies; maintain a clean work area; and perform other duties as required.
• Maintain a professional image and serve as a role model to colleagues.
• Precept and train new blood donor technicians and/or students.
• Work collaboratively with the lead technician, charge nurse, and colleagues, providing leadership and positively impacting the workplace.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED