Essential Job Responsibilities and Duties
โข Greet and register new plasma donors into the donor management computer system
โข Conduct screening procedures to include taking blood pressure, pulse, temperature, weight, and arm checks
โข Perform finger sticks to test donors for hematocrit testing and total protein testing utilizing screening equipment. Monitor the electronic donor questionnaire system
โข 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
โข Provide counseling to Donors regarding unacceptable test results
โข Initiate and assist in donor investigations regarding Post Donation Information
โข Evaluate and attend to donor adverse events during the donation process
โข 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
โข 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
โข 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
โข Maintain an open line of communication with Management
โข Maintain a positive and professional demeanor during all interactions with donors, fellow employees, and vendors
โข Ability to accept performance feedback in a professional manner
โข Regular attendance and arriving on time to all scheduled shifts and mandatory meetings
โข Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
โข High school diploma or equivalent required
โข Minimum one (1) year work experience preferred
โข 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)
โข Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required
Requirements
โข Strong oral and written communication skills
โข Ability to read and interpret directions and instructions
โข Perform basic math calculations
โข Basic computer skills
โข Reasoning ability to identify, interpret and apply appropriate information