Octapharma Jobs in Augusta, GA (NOW HIRING)

• 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
• A high degree of organization, team orientation, flexibility, and comfort working with a diverse group of people within a very 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

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a recognized healthcare-related educational program, such as Physician, Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse). Certified/licensed as an emergency medical technician (EMT Basic, EMT 2-intermediate, or 3- advanced/paramedic, if allowable).
• Must work within the scope of the professional license/certification, as defined by the state in which the work is performed.
• Any specific state licensing requirements must be met per location.
• Alabama: Must always have a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse on staff during plasmapheresis to supervise processes and procedures, but not staff, of the medical screening and/or donor floor areas, per state regulation.
• California: Must be Registered Nurse and be currently licensed in the state. Must be able to supervise processes and procedures, but not staff, of the medical screening and/or donor floor areas, per state regulation.
• New Jersey: Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse. Must always have a Registered Nurse or a Licensed Practical Nurse on staff during plasmapheresis to provide emergency care, per blood bank state regulation.
• Ohio: Must be an EMT-Intermediate, EMT-Paramedic, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Registered Nurse. Must have at least one (1) RN, LPN, LVN, EMT-P, or EMT-I always present in the Donor Center during plasmapheresis to supervise processes and procedures, but not staff, of the donor floor area, per state regulation.
• Washington: Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse. Must always have a Registered Nurse on staff during plasmapheresis to supervise processes and procedures, but not staff, of the medical screening and/or donor floor areas, per state regulation.
• One (1)-year experience in the hospital, field care, or experience in a plasma center preferred.
• Everyone performing moderate complexity testing must possess a current license issued by the state where the donor center is located, based on any required state regulations.
• Must successfully complete training program and competency assessments using OPIapproved training modules or training curriculum.
• Must have excellent patient/donor assessment skills.
• Must be able to manage emergency situations in accordance with standard medical care practices.
• Maintain current and valid license and pass medical credential evaluation.
• Must maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Must be highly organized and have attention to detail.
• Possess effective physical and clinical assessment skills customer service, and people management skills.
• Ability to understand and follow SOPs and protocols.
• Must possess basic computer knowledge and skills. Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Demonstrate consistency and reliability (good attendance, punctuality, full effort throughout shift, flexibility with assigned schedule).
• Ability to work shifts consisting of day and evening hours, weekends, holidays and extended shifts on a frequent basis.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Always utilize all required and appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Ability to tug, lift, and pull up to thirty-five pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, or kneel.
• Ability to perform precise tasks that require repetitive small motor skills, such as drawing blood for screening tests.
• Occupational exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
• Ability to view video display terminal less than 18” away from face for extended periods of time, up to four (4) hours at a time.
• Enter an environment with a temperature of -40C or colder according to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Occasional exposure to and handling of dry ice.
• Ability to use assistive devices if needed for mobility or communication.
• Physical ability to perform CPR and sufficient mobility to immediately assist in treatment of any adverse donor reactions.

• We offer typically better pay and benefits than hospitals
• Our team is immersed in a setting of constant, exciting change
• Excellent teamwork/friendly co-workers
• Supportive environment
• Strong ethical standards
• Opportunities for advancement

• Formal training
• Outstanding plans for medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• 401 (k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays
• Personal time