The Medical Staff Associate- LPN is responsible for greeting and registering plasma donors, conducting screening procedures, and determining donor eligibility. They also provide counseling regarding test results and manage donor adverse events during the donation process.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be actively licensed or certified in relevant medical fields. Strong communication skills and basic computer skills are also required.
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Job description
Essential Job Responsibilities and Duties
Greet and register new plasma donors into the donor management computer system
Conduct screening procedures to include taking blood pressure, pulse, temperature, weight, and arm checks
Perform finger sticks to test donors for hematocrit testing and total protein testing utilizing screening equipment. Monitor the electronic donor questionnaire system
Determine donor eligibility by performing donor eligibility assessments, to include; medical history interview, physical examination, educating donor on donor testing, HIV/AIDS virus, donation risks, informed consent, confidential self-exclusion, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE) testing as necessary
Provide counseling to Donors regarding unacceptable test results
Initiate and assist in donor investigations regarding Post Donation Information
Evaluate and attend to donor adverse events during the donation process
Follow all standard operating procedures for all medical emergencies, to include communication with the Center Medical Director and donor transport to emergency medical care facilities. Communicate and seek direction from Center Medical Director and Center Management as necessary
Learn and maintain thorough familiarity and compliance with all state and federal regulations, Standard Operating Procedure Manual, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), and internal Company Procedures
Thorough knowledge of applicable Company and departmental policies and procedures as well as the willingness to learn and follow any policy or procedure that may be introduced in the future
Maintain an open line of communication with Management
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor during all interactions with donors, fellow employees, and vendors
Ability to accept performance feedback in a professional manner
Regular attendance and arriving on time to all scheduled shifts and mandatory meetings
Other duties as assigned Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum one (1) year work experience preferred
Actively licensed or certified in the state where performing duties: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, or Paramedic, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Licensed Vocation Nurse (LVN), Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA)
Ability to read and interpret directions and instructions
Perform basic math calculations
Basic computer skills
Reasoning ability to identify, interpret and apply appropriate information Comprehensive, competitive benefits package including 401(k) with match and immediate vesting, medical/dental/vision, PTO, holidays, etc. Salary depends on experience and license. Sign-on Bonus available depending on level and license: o Paramedics (PMDs): $750 o Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs): $1,500 Today, LFB is among the leading European bio-pharmaceutical companies providing mainly hospital-based healthcare professionals with plasma-derived or recombinant medicinal products in three major therapeutic areas: immunology, haemostasis, and intensive care. Life of patients is our purpose! Let's Work together in a climate of sharing, mutual exchange, trust and transparency. We are committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce. AA/M/F/D/V. This organization participates in E-Verify.
