Spanish Bilingual Paramedic (Immediate Benefits) North Las Vegas, NV
Company: Takeda
Location: North Las Vegas
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
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the best of my knowledge.Job DescriptionAbout BioLife Plasma
ServicesEvery day at BioLife, we feel good knowing that what we do
helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you
focus on our donors, we'll support you. We offer a purpose you can
believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career
growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced,
friendly environment.BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.The starting rate for this
position is $17.90/Hour. Employee may be eligible for Short Term
and/or Long Term incentive benefits. Employees may also be eligible
to participate in Medical, Dental. Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k),
Charitable Contribution Match, Company Holidays, Personal &
Vacation Days, Student Loan Repayment Program and Paid Volunteer
Time Off.OBJECTIVES/PURPOSEThe Bilingual Spanish speaking Medical
Support Specialist helps to support our donors, including our
Spanish speaking donors, by providing all Medical Support
Specialist job duties to our donor populations.,.The Bilingual
Spanish speaking Medical Support Specialist determines donor
eligibility to donate plasma, management of donor adverse events,
review of laboratory test results, donor notification of unsuitable
test results. The Medical Support Specialist works under the direct
supervision of the Center Manager (or Assistant Manager as
applicable) for operational guidance and under the supervision of
the Center Physician for medical issues.Ideally, the Medical
Support Specialist will be familiar with regulations of the plasma
collection industry and/or a manufacturing environment.The Medical
Support Specialist follows guidance provided by BioLife Medical
Affairs and provides center level support of environmental, health
and safety (EHS).ACCOUNTABILITIESDonor Eligibility (85%)Helps to
support the overall success of BioLife's end to end donation
process and helps to champion BioLife's en Espanol initiativeHelps
to communicate and provide support to all donors, including Spanish
speaking donors to ensure a seamless and exemplary donation
experienceCommunicates to all donors, including Spanish speaking
donors, written and verbally, including support in communicating
important medical terminology in both Spanish and English, as
neededDetermine donor eligibility accurately and in a timely
manner, to include, proper management of informed consent, AIDS
education and confidential self-exclusion, medical history
interview and acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood
testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE) as
required.Evaluate and manage donor reaction(s), which occurs at the
facility as outlined in the SOPs. Follow applicable SOPs for
medical emergencies including the execution of Center Physician's
standing orders and donor transport to emergency care
facilities.Manage donor deferral; reviews test results and notify
donors of unsuitable test results per applicable SOPs.Initiation
and investigation of Post Donation Information (PDI).Refer to the
Center Physician or Medical Affairs (as applicable) when in need of
providing unacceptable findings to donors, problem solving, or
guidance concerning medical or technical issues, including donor
safety and eligibility.Demonstrate continued competency in the
performance of job responsibilities and complete periodic
assessment with the Center Physician per applicable SOPs.May be
asked to help translate or facilitate communication with Spanish
speaking donors and other BioLife team members.Assist the EHS
program as required per SOPs or as requested by the EHS Manager
(5%)Conduct pre-placement evaluation of new hires to include
assessment of medical history questionnaire.Support the Hepatitis B
and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees as
applicable.Maintain applicable employee medical records.Member of
EHS site committee and assist in training of employees, as
required.Manage employee incidents and determine whether further
evaluation is required by occupational health/ER. Refer to EHS
guidance regarding employee incidents.Administer first aid to
employees as needed.Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by
EHS.Supports investigations associated with pandemic threats within
local community as indicated by EHS or Medical Affairs.May perform
all required duties in the area of Medical History (including, but
not limited to): (10%)Greet donors as they enter and exit the donor
floor.Take and record donor pulse, blood pressure, and temperature
measures and monitor electronic donor questionnaire system.Perform
finger stick, test sample, and record other donor measures to
include hematocrit, total protein and weight.Enter donor
information into the Donor Information System (DIS).DIMENSIONS AND
ASPECTS Technical/Functional (Line) ExpertiseCurrently licensed or
certified in the state where duties will be assigned: Licensed
Paramedic (EMT-P)Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and
AED certification requiredFulfilment of state requirements (in
state of licensure) for basic IV therapyMust speak, read, and write
fluent English and Spanish and successfully pass BioLife's Spanish
proficiency test upon hireAble to satisfactorily complete the FDA
approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support
SpecialistMinimum of two years in a clinical or hospital setting
preferredEffective communication skillsDetail-orientedCustomer
service orientedBasic computer skillsWillingness to work with other
Center Medical Team members to ensure coverage of all operating
hoursLeadershipIntegrityFairnessHonestyPerseverancePutting the
patient at the centerBuilding trust with societyReinforcing our
reputationDeveloping the businessEffective coaching and counseling
skills.Decision-making and AutonomyRoutinely makes decisions
determining donor eligibility.Seeks guidance from Center Physician
and Center Management (including Quality) for medium to high impact
decisions and urgent matters.Regularly advises and consults with
donors/customers (External)Coordinates with Center Management team
and Quality to ensure successful operation standards are met
(Internal)InteractionResponsible for providing exceptional customer
service to donors (external) and fellow employees (internal)Attend
staff meetings and other team meetings as required.Ability to
multi-task and work as a team player.Attention to detail and
ability to work independentlyEffective coaching and counseling
skills.InnovationCoordinates with all other center roles to
effectively problem solve, ensure safety of staff and donors, and
provide an exceptional customer experience.Supports the center
management team in identifying operational opportunities for
continuous improvement, initiating changes to center processes as
needed, through use of company approved procedures (including but
not limited to 5S, Value Stream Mapping and
Kaizen).ComplexityMaintain general cleanliness of work area and
assist other work areas as needed to ensure a clean and
professional environment.Willingness to travel preferred. (less
than 10%)EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND
SKILLS:Essential:Graduate of a recognized educational program.
Currently licensed or certified in the state where duties will be
assigned: Licensed Paramedic (EMT-P)Current Cardiopulmonary
Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification requiredAbility to
fluently and proficiently speak and read in both English and
SpanishDesired: Bachelor's Degree preferred.Minimum of two years in
a clinical or hospital setting preferred.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONFLSA
Classification (US) - Non-ExemptOther duties and responsibilities
as assigned.EEO StatementTakeda is proud in its commitment to
creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment
opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national
origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or
characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran,
special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance
with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other
characteristic protected by law.LocationsUSA - NV - Las Vegas -
NorthWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull
time
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