Apheresis Technician - Blood Donor Program - Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health

Sign-On/Retention Bonus of $2500

As an Apheresis Technician at the Blood Donor Clinic, you will work directly with our donors to collect blood, plasma, or platelets for our D-H patients. This role requires formal phlebotomy training, and we provide comprehensive training in the entire donation process, from donor check-in and draws to processing the different blood products for the blood bank.  We take pride in our ability to connect with our donors and patients, creating a caring, personalized environment that ensures a great experience. Our strong relationships with our donors and patients, many of whom return regularly, foster greater confidence in our program. 

The Blood Donor Program team members have shared some favorable experiences working at D-H. They recognize their essential role as a resource for our community – how the blood they collect will stay at D-H for the benefit of our patients.  They say how fantastic it is to be ‘able to build great relationships with our donors - makes it enjoyable to the donors and brings them back’ for future donations.  They add that it’s a ‘great atmosphere to work in,’ with tangible and achievable development opportunities, such as becoming certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).

We have full-time, day-shift positions available on this fantastic team. We understand the importance of work-life balance, so we will work with you to figure out the schedule that works best for you. This could include three 12-hour shifts or 4 9- or 10-hour shifts. Importantly, this position is Monday through Friday and does not require weekends or holidays. 

The Blood Donor Program at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center is a vital and necessary part of ensuring that the blood inventory for our patients and community is available.  They are committed to helping to create happy, healthy and sustainable communities.  More information about this amazing program can be found here: Blood Donor Program | Dartmouth-Hitchcock

We are offering a $2500 sign-on/retention bonus for this position.  *The bonus is available for external hires only and certain conditions apply.

1. Provides appropriate donor greeting and directs donor to read educational materials.
2. Performs donor interview, obtaining accurate and complete medical history information.
3. Determines donor suitability utilizing donor guideline manual and department reference materials.
4. Performs whole blood phlebotomy and automated apheresis donations.
5. Labels sample tubes and collection packs. Completes all records. Performspost-collection handling of products per FDA guidelines.
6. Prepares components from centrifugation, separation, mixing, labeling, and with accurate verification of records and data entry into computer system.
7. Using Current Good Manufacturing Practices, records the results of all procedures performed.
8. Performs appropriate Quality Control and Preventive Maintenance procedures.
9. Assists other Blood Donor Center staff in the management of reactions and medical emergencies.
10. Maintains equipment and stocks supplies.
11. Maintains complete confidentiality of donor information and records, as outlined by the DHMC Privacy/Confidentiality/HIPPA policies.
12. Knows and adheres to safety/infection control techniques.

• High school graduate or the equivalent required.
• Formal phlebotomy training required.
• Apheresis experience preferred.
• 1 year phlebotomy experience preferred.
• 1 year of medical/technical experience desired.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Proven work experience with the public.
• Strong computer ability desired.
• Applicant must be honest, dependable, able to multi-task, and be detail oriented.

• Certified Phlebotomist, ASCP within 8 months of employment.
• BLS required within 30 days of employment