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Donor Room Apheresis Tech , II; Per Diem Jobs in Springfield, USA at Cape Cod Healthcare Inc

Position: Donor Room Apheresis Tech I, II (Per Diem)

Overview

Donor Room Apheresis Tech I, II (Per Diem) – Job Code

Purpose of Position:
To organize, recruit and draw blood donors through a program designed to meet the needs of Cape Cod Hospital.

Responsibilities

  • Perform all aspects of donor blood collections, including verifying donor information, drawing blood, and aftercare of the donor in a Mobile Unit or Donor Collection Center in accordance with department policies and procedures, maintaining high customer service.
  • Assist on offsite blood drives and collections sites as assigned.
  • Prepare, label, and process blood components and samples for testing.
  • Maintain inventory of supplies.
  • Provide recommendations for improvements in quality and/or efficiency to the immediate supervisor.
  • Perform quality control, instrument calibration, quality assurance and improvement, and development of new methodologies.
  • Consult blood bank records to answer questions, monitor activity or resolve problems of blood-donor groups.
  • Prepare reports and statistical data of the platelet donor program.
  • Train individuals on collection processes and functions.
  • Maintain a list of prospective platelet donors.
  • Recruit donors for both whole blood and apheresis collections.
  • Assist with promotions, events and incentives for the Apheresis program.
  • Maintain workbenches, testing areas and other work areas in a clean, sanitary and clutter-free condition for the safety of donors, guests, and staff.
  • Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in the field of expertise.
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of departmental and hospital policies and procedures as they pertain to the job, including fire and disaster plans.
  • Perform other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested.
  • Consistently provide service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital’s CARES values: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

Qualifications

Note:
The following qualifications apply to Donor Room Apheresis Phlebotomy Tech I and Tech II.

Donor Room Apheresis Phlebotomy Tech I

Job Code: 8271 Grade: S11A

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English.
  • Two years as Donor Phlebotomist or one year experience as an Apheresis Phlebotomist.
  • Working knowledge of blood groups and Rh types and donation procedures.
  • Basic Life Support certification (to be acquired within 6 months of position and must maintain certification).
  • Ability to communicate effectively with donors.
  • Nationally Certified Phlebotomist required and must maintain certification.
  • Current Donor Phlebotomy Technician, DPT (ASCP) Certification required.
  • Must attend first available Manufacturer Operators Training in the collection of automated Apheresis using the current platform utilized by Cape Cod Hospital and must successfully complete training within 3 months of starting the training program.
  • Eligibility for Qualification in Apheresis, QIA (ASCP) Certification or equivalent preferred.
  • Typing 30 wpm.

Donor Room Apheresis Phlebotomy Tech II

Job Code: 8272 Grade: S12A

  • Must meet all requirements of the Donor Room Apheresis Phlebotomy Tech I.
  • Current Qualification in Apheresis, QIA (ASCP) Certification or equivalent required.

Organization

Cape Cod Hospital

Primary Location

Massachusetts-Hyannis

Department: CCH-Blood Donor Center

Annual/Hourly:
Hourly

Hiring Pay Range: $20.61 – $37

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Title: Donor Room Apheresis Tech , II; Per Diem

Company: Cape Cod Healthcare Inc

Location: Springfield, USA

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