Medical Associate I

BioIVT•Memphis, TN

20h•Onsite

About The Position

BioIVT is a leading global provider of research models and value-added research services for drug discovery and development. We specialize in control and disease-state biospecimens, including human and animal tissues, cell products, blood and other biofluids. Our unmatched portfolio of clinical specimens directly supports precision medicine research, aiming to improve patient outcomes by coupling comprehensive clinical data with donor samples. As the premier supplier of hepatic products, including hepatocytes and subcellular fractions, BioIVT enables scientists to better understand the pharmacokinetics and drug metabolism of newly discovered compounds and their effects on disease processes. By combining our technical expertise, exceptional customer service and unparalleled access to biological specimens, BioIVT serves the research community as a trusted partner in elevating science. SUMMARY The Medical Associate I to perform medical histories and physicals on donors to qualify donors for eligibility and to ensure donor safety. Candidate will be responsible for performing duties related to donation collections and other backup duties to the medical director and donor management. This position will ensure compliance with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) policies, standard documentation practices, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) regulations, General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other Regulatory Guidance’s as applicable.

Requirements

Educated and currently certified/licensed in the state of employment and according to state requirements as an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (or equivalent), Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Vocation Nurse, Paramedic or Registered Nurse.
CPR Certification
Good oral/written communication
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, algebra, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to perform routine calculations as directed.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Proficiency in a variety of computer software programs including MS Office
Ability to work in a team laboratory environment.
Ability to troubleshoot method and instrument issues, as needed.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations of medical history interview screening of potential donors to ensure continued donor suitability.
Completion and documentation of screening to ensure suitability requirements are meet for donation collections, perform phlebotomy.
Perform and document physical examinations as required by SOPs.
Administration of donor consent
Assist with mobilization and additional programs as needed.
Manages donor incidences including donor red cell loss, adverse reactions, and behavioral issues.
Provide donor education and health counseling to donors.
Maintain and ensure sanitation of equipment and work areas.
Support daily, weekly, and monthly activities and assist in the maintenance of sites operational records.
Work closely with Regulatory and Quality teams to ensure site compliance.
Aid with continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintains a thorough understanding and helps in the compliance of SOPs, State and Federal regulations, OSHA, CLIA, and cGMPs standards to ensure facility compliance.