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Blood Donor Technician

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
80 Blossom Street (Show on map)
Apr 14, 2026
Performs donor registration, screenings, product shipment, whole blood collection, and automated platelet collections. Responsible for the performance of donor room procedures under the direction of the charge nurse/tech and follows Standard Operating Procedures. Able to balance production, donor care, and quality requirements to meet annual blood collection goals. The Blood Donor Technician adheres to AABB standards, FDA regulations, and guidelines established by other regulatory agencies. Essential Functions (Key Roles & Responsibilities) Interviews donors to determine eligibility according to the departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conducts a medical history and physical examination. Follows established criteria for the temporary/permanent deferral of donors to prevent inadvertent collection from an ineligible donor. Performs whole blood collection using established sterile technique in preparation of phlebotomy site and performs platelet pheresis collection using the apheresis system. Performs daily quality control, including daily scale calibration and other equipment used in the selection and collection process. Responsible for the documentation and corrective action as needed. May work on mobile blood drives at locations throughout Massachusetts, and assist in maintaining adequate inventory of necessary supplies for the Donor Center and Off-Site Mobile Blood Drives. Transports blood products to the blood bank, follows all safety and infection control policies, maintains a clean work area, and performs other duties as required. Maintains a professional image at all times and serves as a role model to colleagues. Functions as a preceptor for training new blood donor technicians and/or precepting students. Provides leadership and positively impacts the workplace by working collaboratively with the lead tech, charge nurse, and colleagues as a team. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registrations: Donor Phlebotomy Technician [DPT(ASCP)] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC)preferred National Phlebotomy Certification preferred Education: High school diploma or GED required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Flexible in scheduling to meet needs of department, including occasional weekend shifts. Experienced phlebotomy skills. Exceptional customer service skills. Attention to detail and thorough completion of assigned tasks. Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Able to work in a fast-paced environment. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.