Center Medical Specialist - EMT or Paramedic

Join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare and enhance the lives of millions of people. Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine, developing, producing, and marketing innovative medicines, solutions, and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

About the Role

Seeking EMT Basic, EMT Advanced, Paramedic, LVN/LPN, or RN for a Center Medical Specialist position in a plasma donation center. Salary is based on licensure and experience.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Career growth and promotions
• Geographic mobility among more than 300 donation centers
• No third shift
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Up to 5% 401K match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
  • Opportunity to participate in company bonus program

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examination and establish medical history to determine donor suitability
• Build rapport with donors to ensure overall customer satisfaction
• Ensure donor and staff confidentiality
• Responsible for donor awareness of potential hazards
• Provide donor education regarding general health and counseling regarding unacceptable test results
• Evaluate and manage donor injuries and adverse events
• Perform evaluations of any history of illness or medications to ensure continued donor suitability
• Assist in employee training
• Administer employee Hepatitis Vaccine program

Requirements

• Educated and currently certified/licensed in the state of employment as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Paramedic, or EMT
• High school diploma or GED
• Current CPR certification required

Attributes

• Work is performed both standing and sitting for up to 2 to 4 hours per day each
• Position requires bending and twisting of the neck for 1 to 2 hours per day
• Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists
• Ability to make precise coordinated movements to grasp and manipulate objects
• Frequent foot movement; may squat, crouch, or sit on heels on rare occasions
• Occasionally walks, bends, and twists at the waist
• Light lifting of 15 lbs with a maximum lift of 50 lbs
• May reach below shoulder height
• Hearing acuity essential
• Color perception/discrimination, near vision, and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye
• Able to communicate information and ideas effectively; ability to listen and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences
• Works independently and within guidance of oral or written instructions
• Performs a wide range of tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions
• Relates sensitive information to diverse groups
• Work is performed in a plasma center
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms
• Exposure to electrical office and laboratory equipment
• Exposure to extreme cold below 32 degrees F while performing functions in plasma freezers
• Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments, gloves, and cold-gear