EMT or PARAMEDIC

GRIFOLS, S.A.•Stonecrest, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Grifols is hiring a Center Medical Specialist for a plasma donation center. The role may be filled by a currently certified or licensed Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Paramedic, or EMT-Basic/EMT-Advanced, according to state requirements. Salary is based on licensure and experience. The position involves conducting donor medical assessments, supporting donor safety and education, managing injuries and adverse events, and assisting with employee training and vaccination activities. Work is performed in a plasma center, with exposure to biological fluids, laboratory and office equipment, and extreme cold in plasma freezers. Required personal protective equipment includes protective eyewear, garments, gloves, and cold-weather gear.

Requirements

Be educated and currently certified or licensed in the state of employment, according to state requirements, as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Paramedic, or EMT-Basic/EMT-Advanced.
Current CPR certification is required.
Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly and to understand spoken information.
Ability to work independently and follow oral or written instructions.
Ability to perform a wide range of tasks under variable demands and changing conditions.
Ability to relate sensitive information to diverse groups.
Hearing acuity is essential.
Color perception and discrimination, and near and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and the other eye to 20/100.
Ability to lift 15 pounds routinely, with a maximum lift of 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and sit for up to 2 to 4 hours per day each; bend and twist the neck for 1 to 2 hours per day; perform frequent hand and foot movements; and occasionally walk, bend, twist at the waist, squat, crouch, or sit on heels.

Responsibilities

Perform physical examinations and establish medical histories to determine donor suitability.
Build rapport with donors to support overall customer satisfaction.
Maintain donor and staff confidentiality.
Make donors aware of potential hazards.
Provide donor education regarding general health and counseling about unacceptable test results.
Evaluate and manage donor injuries and adverse events.
Evaluate histories of illness or medications to ensure continued donor suitability.
Assist in employee training.
Administer the employee Hepatitis Vaccine program.