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DONOR CARE TECH I
full-time•Olathe
About this role
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Performs donor interview and evaluates suitability of donor for donation based on current Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) criteria.
- Determines donor hemoglobin by obtaining a finger-stick sample.
- Takes and documents donor blood pressure, pulse and temperature.
- Performs blood collection procedures according to SOPs, including Quality Control, skin preparation, phlebotomy, obtaining tube samples and removing needles.
- Attends to donor’s comfort and safety post donation, including those having reactions or complications to the procedure and notifying the Collection Supervisor.
- Maintains confidentiality of all information regarding donors.
- Labels all blood collection materials according to SOP.
- Cares for blood after collection, including segmenting, providing temporary storage and transportation to the center, when necessary.
- Assists in unloading, assembling, maintain, dismantling and reloading of equipment and supplies (if applicable).
- Complies with CBC safety policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates excellent customer service when dealing with donors, members of the community and co-workers.
- Exhibits professionalism in dress, personal grooming and hygiene.
- Maintains prompt and regular attendance.
- Must be able to confidently communicate and interpret intermediate information in English to all members of the public and CBC staff.
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent - Must provide a copy of the transcript.
- Medical Assistant degree preferred.
- Phlebotomy certification preferred.
- WORK HOURS AND DAYS VARY SO MUST BE VERY FLEXIBLE
Experience:
Prefer an individual with at least 6 months experience in:
- A health-related field, and
- Phlebotomy.
Licenses/Certifications:
Must have and maintain a valid operator’s license (MO class E; KS class C)
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
- Proficient in all duties related to Donor Room Assistant.
Skills & Abilities:
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Good writing skills to successfully document as needed.
- Good verbal skills to successfully communicate with donors, chairpersons, community, and co-workers.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Computer skills.
Overview
Under the supervision of the Collection Supervisor, perform donor suitability, histories and blood collection procedures. Ensures the safety of the donor and safety, purity and potency of the blood collected. Assists in the set-up and break down of the mobile site equipment before and after the mobile (if applicable). Performs various regulated functions related to the care of the blood after collections, including storage and transportation. Promotes positive image of CBC to the Community.
What you'll do
- The Donor Care Tech I performs donor interviews and evaluates donor suitability for blood donation. They also conduct blood collection procedures and ensure donor safety and comfort post-donation.
About Community Blood Center Of Greater Kansas City
Fifty years ago, a group of Kansas City area physicians, hospital and civic leaders became the first architects of today's Community Blood Center. Their single-minded vision was to save lives by serving the needs of patients in this community. Today, Community Blood Center meets that goal and offers many other services. Our Mission is to provide a safe and adequate supply of blood and blood components to meet the transfusion needs of patients in our community.
As an independent, not-for-profit organization, Community Blood Center is an active participant member with America's Blood Centers (ABC). ABC is the nation's largest network of not-for-profit, independent community blood centers that collect over 50 percent of the nation's blood supply at more than 600 blood collection centers. ABC members are licensed and regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and maintain the highest levels of quality control to ensure the safest and most dependable blood supply for the communities they serve.
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What does a DONOR CARE TECH I do at Community Blood Center Of Greater Kansas City?
As a DONOR CARE TECH I at Community Blood Center Of Greater Kansas City, you will: the Donor Care Tech I performs donor interviews and evaluates donor suitability for blood donation. They also conduct blood collection procedures and ensure donor safety and comfort post-donation..
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The DONOR CARE TECH I position at Community Blood Center Of Greater Kansas City is based in Olathe, Kansas, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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