Apheresis Tech

Job Title: Apheresis Tech
Location: Somerset, NJ
Req#: 0000145930
Status: Per Diem
Shift:Variable
Department name: Lab RWJSH

Job Overview: Determines the suitability of whole blood and apheresis blood component donors and patients according to established standards. Collects blood components and therapeutic products from suitable donors and patients using automated and non-automated procedures. Possesses knowledge of blood collection theory and practice in order to diagnose, educate and treat donor, patient, and staff responses to actual or potential problems.

Qualifications:
Required:

• Registered nurse with New Jersey licensure.
• Phlebotomy or IV certification.
• Current CPR certification.
• Advanced nursing degree or the equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 10 years R.N. licensure.
• Minimum 3 years Supervisory management experience required.
• Apheresis and/or automated medical instrumentation expertise.

Preferred:

• Management, QA and patient/ donor experience preferred
• Background in whole blood separation techniques helpful.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem
• Day Shift
• Variable Days

Essential Functions:

• Reception and Donor Information:
• Greets donors and patients in reception and/or donation area in a pleasant and helpful manner.
• Determines and assists in completion of functions such as verification of donation times, scheduling of necessary appointments, and assuring completeness and accuracy of patient paperwork.
• Understands the importance of maintaining donor privacy; respects the confidentiality of all donor information and assures that confidential information is kept in appropriate place. Is able to register donors in BCIS and eDonor when a receptionist is not on duty.May lecture to Medical Technology interns or resident staff
• Monitors established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, etc. Evaluate results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated.
• Operates, calibrates, conducts performance checks and maintains clinical laboratory instruments in section.
• Performs all other appropriate tasks as required in area of responsibility and assignment
• Performs routine and special diagnostic procedures departmentalized from section procedure manual on all body fluids to provide information for diagnosing or combating infectious disease independently under sectional supervision.
• Provides clinical orientation and supervision for students and new or less skilled personnel.
• Recognizes and corrects basic instrument malfunctions. May have to refer serious malfunctions to supervisor.
• Responsible for alerting nurse s station, doctor s office, etc., of all abnormal or life threatening values.
• Donor Screening:
• Determines suitability of whole blood and blood component donors and patients by screening for history and physical in accordance with established eligibility standards. Performs interview confidentially and accurately.
• Accurately measures and records results of medical history and physical.
• Reviews donor information in the BCIS or on downtime card to insure complete and accurate records.
• Observes donor closely for any signs or behavior which will affect suitability or donation outcome.
• Consults with physician concerning questions about suitability for donation.
• Works with physicians and other medical personnel to schedule and perform therapeutic procedures at request of attending physicians and Medical Director.
• Ensures the delivery of safe and quality treatment by effectively managing the procedure and monitoring the patient for signs of rapidly changing situations.
• Identifies emergent situations, initiates appropriate interventions and documents outcomes.
• Provides scheduled weekend and holiday call for therapeutic procedures as required.
• Accurately documents all procedures and data in patient charts and on apheresis run sheets in a timely manner.
• Collects blood and blood components from suitable donors and patients using automated and non-automated procedures.
• Performs procedures in a safe and professional manner so as to minimize discomfort to the donor and the number of incomplete procedures.
• Adheres to all FDA, NJDOH, AABB, FACT and Blood Services guidelines to insure donor safety and product acceptability. Correctly assigns each donation a unique number and collects necessary laboratory testing.
• Projects professional and pleasant manner to make the donor relaxed and at ease.
• Provides nursing observation and post-procedural care so as to recognize any unstable situations and intervene appropriately. Releases donors and patients only when they appear in satisfactory condition.
• Accurately and completely documents all procedures and data on donation forms and apheresis run sheets.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career

opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and

education.

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