Paramedic OR Nurse - LPN, LVN or RN. at CSL

Kent, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Emergency Medical Care, Donor Suitability Evaluation, Medical History Review, Health Assessment, Customer Relations, Confidential Interviews, Medication Administration, Immunization Supervision, Emergency Response, Data Recording, Standard Operating Procedures, Health Safety, Occupational Safety, Bilingual Skills, Physical Assessment, Community Referral

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

The Opportunity Responsible for the evaluation of donor suitability for automated pheresis procedures. Administration and supervision of approved immunizations other than red blood cell immunizations. Provides limited emergency medical care to donors and staff, including the administration of medication or treatments in accordance with licensure or certification. You will report to the Center Manager. The Role Promotes positive customer relations with all donors. Conducts confidential and effective interviews with donors to obtain necessary information regarding suitability to donate plasma. In conjunction with the Center Medical Director and/or Center Physician responds to medically related questions from staff including donor suitability and provides information to staff on medically related issues. Performs medical history reviews and health assessments on donors. Assesses results of donor screening and laboratory tests to determine initial and continuing donor suitability. Notifies and counsels donors regarding reactive test results. Refers donors to community facilities for follow-up and counseling. Explains informed consent to applicant donors. This includes explanation of procedures, hazards and potential adverse events; explanation of immunization schedules, dose and antibody response; providing clear opportunity for donor to refuse participation; obtaining signature and date certifying informed consent. Handles medical emergencies at the Center by providing routine care as outlined in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); elevates situations to Center Physician or local medical service providers as required. Periodically checks emergency kits to assure supplies are present and in-date. Reviews test results and determines continued donor suitability. Follows SOPs regarding acceptable ranges of four-month required test (PE/STS) reports. Maintains knowledge of and apply all rules regarding four-month approvals and grace periods. Assess signs and symptoms a donor may exhibit that may result in the inability to continue donating. Understands the policies and procedures associated with hyper immune programs at the center where applicable, and oversees donor immunization programs. Reviews antibody titer results as required. Maintains awareness of appropriate immunization schedule for each antigen. Ensures the accurate recording of donor data in the electronic donor information management system as outlined in the SOPs. Maintains clean efficient work environment, and ensures sufficient operating supplies and forms are available as needed. Follows all Health Safety & Environmental (HSE) and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) policies and procedures. Promotes safety in all actions. May conduct routine audits of these internal procedures and documentation. Maintains confidentiality of all personnel, donor and center information. May be cross-trained in other areas to meet the needs of the business. Bilingual skills may be required, at the discretion of the organization, to meet the needs of the business. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Your skills and experience Education Graduation from a paramedic, nursing, physician assistant, chiropractic, medical school or naturopathic medical training program If graduation is from a foreign allopathic or osteopathic medical school, must also currently be licensed as a physician or state certification as an emergency medical technician Experience Minimum of one (1) year experience in a health care environment Experience in a plasma or whole blood collection center or other regulated environment preferred Ability to make and analyze a physical assessment of heart, lung sounds, signs of drug use, etc. Ability to instruct donors, staff and community regarding the benefit of plasma donation programs Working Conditions (physical & mental requirements) Ability to make decisions, which have moderate impact on immediate work unit. Ability to understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions Must be able to see and speak with customers and observe equipment operation Occasionally perform tasks while standing and walking up to 100% of time Examine and assess the skin and other abnormalities through sight, touch and smell Reach, bend, kneel and have high level of manual dexterity Occasionally be required to lift and carry up to 25 pounds Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions Frequently exposed to hazardous chemicals, extreme temperatures and to blood borne pathogens Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment while performing specific tasks or in certain areas Required to work overtime and extended hours to support center operational needs

Responsibilities

The role involves evaluating donor suitability for plasma donation and providing limited emergency medical care. It also includes conducting interviews, performing health assessments, and ensuring compliance with medical protocols.