EMT - PARA - LPN

GRIFOLS, S.A. • Visalia, CA

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About The Position

Grifols is seeking an EMT, paramedic, or LPN for a Center Medical Specialist position at a plasma donation center. The role helps determine donor suitability, supports donor safety and satisfaction, and responds to health concerns and adverse events. Work is performed in a plasma center and may involve exposure to biological fluids, infectious organisms, electrical office and laboratory equipment, and extreme cold in plasma freezers. The position requires personal protective equipment for relevant tasks.

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.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to perform work involving standing and sitting for up to 2 to 4 hours per day each, and bending and twisting the neck for 1 to 2 hours per day.
• Frequent hand and foot movement; ability to make fast, simple finger, hand, and wrist movements and precise coordinated movements to grasp and manipulate objects.
• Ability to squat, crouch, or sit on one's heels on rare occasions, and occasionally walk, bend, and twist at the waist.
• Ability to lift 15 pounds routinely and a maximum of 50 pounds, and reach below shoulder height.
• Essential hearing acuity; color perception and discrimination; and near and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and in the other eye to 20/100.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly and to listen to and understand spoken information.
• Ability to work independently and follow oral or written instructions.
• Ability to perform a wide range of tasks amid variable demands and changing conditions, and communicate sensitive information to diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and establish medical histories to determine donor suitability.
• Build rapport with donors to ensure overall customer satisfaction.
• Protect donor and staff confidentiality.
• Inform donors about potential hazards.
• Educate donors about general health and counsel them regarding unacceptable test results.
• Evaluate and manage donor injuries and adverse events.
• Evaluate donor histories of illness or medication use to ensure continued suitability.
• Assist with employee training.
• Administer the employee Hepatitis Vaccine program.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Career growth and promotions
• Geographic mobility among more than 300 donation centers
• No third shift
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Up to 5% 401(k) match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• Opportunity to participate in the company bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed