Perioperative Autotransfusion Technician

Orchard • Gainesville, FL

11h

About The Position

Perioperative Autotransfusion Technician VA Medical Center, Gainesville, Florida @Orchard LLC is responding to a proposal to staff a team of Perioperative Autotransfusion Technicians in providing critical care to our nation's Veterans. The Autotransfusion Technician (Cell Saver Tech) plays a vital role in patient blood management by operating intraoperative blood salvage equipment. This individual is responsible for the collection, filtration, and processing of a patient’s own blood during surgical procedures to be safely reinfused. This role is essential in reducing the hospital’s reliance on allogeneic (donor) blood and improving patient outcomes in high-complexity cases.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in health-related science or equivalent clinical experience as a Medical Technician.
• Must hold a certification in Autotransfusion and have maintained all continuing education to maintain the validity of the certification.
• 10 years of experience in an Operating Room or Acute Care environment preferred.
• Valid BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association.
• Deep familiarity with centrifugal cell salvage systems and blood coagulation principles.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift equipment to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, prime, and operate autotransfusion machinery (e.g., Haemonetics, Medtronic) during cardiac, orthopedic, vascular, and trauma surgeries.
• Monitor the sequestration and washing of red blood cells; ensure the removal of debris, fat, and anticoagulant before reinfusion.
• Perform routine troubleshooting and preventative maintenance on blood-salvage equipment.
• Conduct point-of-care testing, including hematocrit and ACT (Activated Clotting Time) measurements, to ensure processed blood quality.
• Accurately record all volumes of blood collected, washed, and returned in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) or paper logs.
• Communicate effectively with Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, and Nurses regarding the status of the patient’s blood salvage.
• Maintain an uncompromising sterile field when handling surgical suction and processing components.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree