EMT/Paramedic - Physician Substitute
5 days ago
Hazelwood, Missouri, United States
Octapharma Plasma
Full time
About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate EMT/Paramedic to join our team at Octapharma Plasma. As a Medical Professional - Plasma Collection Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our donors while collecting high-quality plasma for life-saving medicines.
Key Responsibilities- Perform medical evaluations of potential donors to determine suitability for plasma donation
- Determine donor suitability in consultation with a donor center physician
- Provide limited emergency care, including the administration of medications or treatments
- Conduct evaluations to ensure compliance with criteria for normal plasma donors
- Maintain accurate communication logs regarding donor suitability
- Review normal and abnormal blood tests to determine continued donor suitability
- Counsel donors with abnormal test results and defer them accordingly
- Graduation from a recognized healthcare educational program
- Current licensure as an EMT Intermediate, Advanced, or Paramedic
- Current certification in CPR
- Ability to educate donors, staff, and community regarding our plasma donation program
- High degree of organization, team orientation, flexibility, and comfort working with a diverse group of people within a busy medical environment
- Basic computer proficiency; Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
- Blood bank or plasma center experience highly preferred
- One or more years of hospital, field care, or plasma center experience preferred
- We offer competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan
- Opportunities for advancement and professional growth in a supportive and collaborative environment
- Formal training and ongoing education to enhance your skills and knowledge
- A comprehensive employee assistance program (EAP) and wellness program
- Paid time off and company-paid holidays