Basic or Advanced EMT / Paramedic

Grifols, S.A; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Holiday Pay

Bonus Program

Job summary

Grifols Plasma Center in Texas seeks a Center Medical Specialist. The role candidates are EMTs or licensed nurses to perform donor examinations, build rapport, ensure donor confidentiality, and educate about health and test results.

Responsibilities include evaluating donor injuries, supporting staff training, and administering the Hepatitis vaccine program, with benefits and growth opportunities within Grifols' global network.

Qualifications

• Must be certified/licensed in the state of employment as RN, LPN, LVN, Paramedic, or EMT.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Ability to work in a plasma donation center and collaborate with staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform donor physical examinations and establish medical history to determine donor suitability.
• Build rapport with donors to ensure satisfaction and retention.
• Maintain donor and staff confidentiality at all times.
• Educate donors on general health and counsel regarding any abnormal test results.
• Evaluate and manage donor injuries or adverse events as needed.
• Assist in employee training and support the Hepatitis vaccine program.

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Paramedic

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Job description

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Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Center Medical Specialist

Seeking EMT Basic, EMT Advanced or Paramedic for Plasma Donation Center!

NOTE: Salary is based on licensure and experience

Are you looking for something different? Did you know that your skill set/experience makes you a valuable candidate for a Center Medical Specialist position in one of our plasma donation centers? Grifols prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled its workforce in the last 10 years —we’re growing, and you can grow with us! For more information visit: www.grifolsplasma.com

What’s In It for You

• Competitive Pay
• Career Growth/Promotions
• Geographic mobility among our more than 300 donation centers
• No Third Shift
• Incredible Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, Dental, Vision, up to 5% 401K match, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Holiday Pay, Opportunity to participate in Company Bonus Program

About the Job

• Perform physical examination and establish medical history to determine donor suitability
• Build rapport with donors to ensure overall customer satisfaction
• Ensure donor and staff confidentiality
• Responsible for donor awareness to potential hazards
• Provide donor education regarding general health and provide counseling regarding unacceptable test results
• Evaluate & manage donor injuries and adverse events
• Perform evaluations of any history of illness or medications to ensure continued donor suitability
• Assist in employee training
• Administer employee Hepatitis Vaccine program

Job Requirements

Educated and currently certified/licensed in the state of employment and according to state requirements as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Vocation Nurse, Paramedic, or EMT. Current CPR certification required.

Attributes:

-Work is performed both standing and sitting for up to 2 to 4 hours per day each.

-The position does require bending and twisting of neck up from 1 to 2 hours per day.

-Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.

-Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects.

- Frequent foot movement; may squat, crouch or sit on one's heels on rare occasion. Occasionally walks, bends and twists at waist.

-Light lifting of 15lbs. with a maximum lift of 50lbs. May reach below shoulder height. Hearing acuity essential.

-Color perception/discrimination, near vision and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye.

-Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

-Works independently and within guidance of oral or written instructions.

-Performs a wide range of tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions.

-Relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Work is performed in a plasma center.

-Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.

-Exposure to electrical office and laboratory equipment.

-Exposure to extreme cold below 32 degrees F while performing functions in plasma freezers. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments, gloves and cold-gear.