LPN Medical Staff Associate - Plasma Clinic in Melrose Park, IL

Location: Melrose Park, IL
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts with rotating weekends.
Clinic Hours:

• Monday - Friday: 7 AM to 7 PM
• Saturday: 8 AM to 3 PM
• Sunday: 8 AM to 12 Noon

Summary:
Responsible for donor suitability assessment for automated pheresis procedures, immunizations (excluding red blood cell immunizations), and emergency medical care for donors and staff.

Job Description:

• Conduct confidential donor interviews to assess suitability for plasma donation.
• Provide medical responses to staff inquiries under guidance of Medical Director.
• Perform medical history reviews and health assessments.
• Notify and counsel donors on test results; refer for follow-up as needed.
• Explain and obtain informed consent from donors.
• Handle medical emergencies, escalate as required.
• Assess and maintain donor suitability based on test results.
• Manage immunization programs; ensure compliance and record-keeping.
• Maintain clean, efficient work environment; adhere to safety protocols.
• Conduct audits of procedures and documentation as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information.

Education:

• Graduation from paramedic, nursing, physician assistant, chiropractic, medical, or naturopathic program.
• Foreign medical graduates must be licensed or certified as EMT.

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year in healthcare; plasma or blood collection preferred.
• Physical assessment skills; ability to educate donors and staff.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to make decisions impacting immediate work.
• Understand and apply oral/written instructions.
• See, speak with customers, and observe equipment.
• Occasional standing, walking, reaching, bending, kneeling; manual dexterity.
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Fast-paced, interruptive environment; exposure to chemicals and pathogens.
• Wear PPE as required; overtime may be necessary.

Benefits:

• Paid sick leave; option to participate in our client’s 401(k) Savings Program.

Our client provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or national origin.