EMT or LPN for Plasma Donation Center

Grifols • Monroe, LA

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About The Position

Grifols is seeking an EMT, paramedic, LPN, or LVN for a Center Medical Specialist position at a plasma donation center. The role evaluates donors for suitability, supports donor safety and education, manages injuries and adverse events, and assists with employee training and the Hepatitis Vaccine program. Work takes place in a plasma center and involves potential exposure to biological fluids, infectious organisms, electrical office and laboratory equipment, and extreme cold in plasma freezers. Personal protective equipment is required. Salary is based on licensure and experience.

Requirements

• Be educated and currently certified or licensed in the state of employment, according to state requirements, as an Emergency Medical Technician, Paramedic, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Licensed Vocational Nurse.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Ability to perform work involving standing and sitting for 2 to 4 hours per day each, frequent hand and foot movement, and occasional bending, twisting, walking, squatting, or crouching.
• Ability to lift 15 pounds routinely and up to 50 pounds maximum.
• Hearing acuity is essential; color perception, near vision, and far vision must meet the stated correctable vision criteria.
• Ability to communicate and understand information presented orally, work independently with oral or written instructions, and adapt to variable demands and changing conditions.
• Ability to 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.
• Ensure donor and staff confidentiality.
• Make donors aware of potential hazards.
• Educate donors regarding general health and counsel them about unacceptable test results.
• Evaluate and manage donor injuries and adverse events.
• Evaluate histories of illness or medication use to ensure continued donor suitability.
• Assist in 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 benefits
• 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