What are the responsibilities and job description for the Donor Care Tech position at Community Blood Center Of Greater Kansas City?
Under the supervision of the Collection Supervisor, performs 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.
Responsibilities
Performs donor interview and evaluates suitability of donor for donation based on
current 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 QC, skin
preparation, phlebotomy, obtaining tub samples, and removing needles.
Attends to donor’s comfort and safety post donation, including those having reactions or
complications to the procedure and notifying collection supervisor.
Maintains confidentiality of all information regarding donors.
Labels all blood collection materials according to SOP.
Cares for blood after collections, including segmenting, providing temporary storage,
and transportation to the center when necessary.
Assists in unloading, assembling, maintaining, dismantling, and reloading equipment
and supplies.
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 mall members of the public and CBC staff.
Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.