EMT - LPN

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

• 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 to potential hazards
• Provide donor education regarding general health and counseling regarding unacceptable test results
• Evaluate & 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 and according to state requirements as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Paramedic, or EMT
• Current CPR certification required

Skills

• Work is performed both standing and sitting for up to 2 to 4 hours per day each
• The position requires bending and twisting of neck up from 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 of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects
• Frequent foot movement; may squat, crouch, or sit on one's heels on rare occasion
• Occasionally walks, bends, and twists at 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 so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas 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 Environment

• 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

Pay

The estimated pay scale is based on licensure level and experience:

• EMTB: Approx. $20-$22 per hour
• EMTA: $22-$24 per hour
• Paramedic: $24-$27 per hour
• LPN: $28-$32 per hour

Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 4% of the company bonus pool. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity, and market data.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life insurance
• Up to 5% 401(K) match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Opportunity to participate in Company Bonus Program