EMTB, EMTA or Paramedic

Grifols•Lakewood, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Grifols is hiring a Center Medical Specialist to work in a plasma center. The role supports donor satisfaction and long-term donation by interacting responsively with donors, screening and educating donors, and managing donor medical concerns. The specialist performs donor physical examinations and takes medical histories in accordance with FDA-approved procedures, applicable state and federal guidelines, and internal requirements. The position also supports employee training and the Hepatitis Vaccine program, maintains supplies and sanitation, and protects donor and staff confidentiality. Work is performed in a plasma center and involves exposure to biological fluids and potentially infectious organisms, electrical office and laboratory equipment, and temperatures below 32°F when working with plasma freezers. Required personal protective equipment includes protective eyewear, garments, gloves, and cold-weather gear. The role involves standing and sitting, frequent hand and foot movement, occasional walking and bending, and light lifting of 15 pounds with a maximum lift of 50 pounds. The listed pay scales are $22.00–$27.00 per hour for EMTB, $24.00–$28.00 per hour for AEMT, and $25.00–$30.00 per hour for Paramedic, depending on training, education, and experience. The position is eligible to participate in up to 4% of the company bonus pool. Grifols offers opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

Requirements

Be educated and currently certified or licensed in the state of employment, in accordance with state requirements, as an EMT, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (or equivalent), or Paramedic.
Current CPR certification is required.
Ability to communicate information and ideas so others understand, 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 as demands and conditions change.
Ability to relate sensitive information to diverse groups.
Hearing acuity is essential.
Correctable near and far vision, with vision to 20/30 in one eye and 20/100 in the other eye.
Ability to perform frequent hand movements and precise coordinated finger movements to grasp and manipulate objects.
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; and occasionally walk, bend, or twist at the waist.
Ability to lift 15 pounds routinely and a maximum of 50 pounds; may reach below shoulder height and may rarely squat, crouch, or sit on one's heels.

Responsibilities

Promote customer satisfaction through appropriate interaction and responsiveness to customer needs.
Build rapport with donors to support satisfaction with the center and long-term donation.
Select suitable plasmapheresis donors by performing physical examinations and taking medical histories in accordance with applicable procedures, guidelines, and requirements.
Inform donors about potential hazards and administer donor consent forms.
Educate donors about trends identified through general health assessments at the center.
Counsel donors regarding unacceptable test results.
Evaluate and manage donor injuries and adverse events.
Evaluate histories of illness and medication use to ensure continued donor suitability.
Ensure donor medical information is complete and accurate before donation.
Review donor screening tests to determine eligibility for continued donation.
Assist with employee training and coaching on medical SOPs as needed.
Assist with administration of the employee Hepatitis Vaccine program.
Maintain supplies necessary to perform job duties.
Maintain and ensure proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between donors.
Ensure donor and staff confidentiality.
Report unsafe situations or conditions to Center Management.
Perform other duties as required.