Job Title: Physician Substitute

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Physician Substitute to determine the acceptability of first-time and return applicant donors. The role involves ensuring donor suitability by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in line with FDA guidance and regulations. The Physician Substitute will review donor laboratory tests and refer abnormal results to the Physician for further review. This position requires close collaboration with the Medical Director or Licensed Center Physician(s) and involves medical oversight in screening, phlebotomy, and plasma processing areas. Cross-training and successful qualification for phlebotomy and donor tech functions are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of first-time and return applicant donors.
• Ensure donor suitability by following SOPs in accordance with FDA guidance and regulations.
• Review normal donor laboratory tests and refer abnormal tests to the Physician for review.
• Interpret health history and vital signs in relation to company procedures.
• Set up automated collection instruments and monitor donors through the collection process.
• Disconnect donors from automated instruments post-collection.
• Work closely with the Medical Director or Licensed Center Physician(s) on donor suitability decisions.
• Provide medical oversight in screening, phlebotomy, and plasma processing areas.
• Complete and maintain qualification as a Physician Substitute.
• Cross-train and qualify for phlebotomy and donor tech functions.

Essential Skills

• Automated Collection
• Patient care
• Medical terminology
• Nursing
• EMT
• Triage
• Phlebotomy certification
• Laboratory skills
• Medical and healthcare knowledge
• Drawing blood
• Collection and centrifuging samples

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR certified or the ability to obtain certification.
• Current RN, LPN, or Advanced EMT license in the state of the Donor Center.
• Annual GMP training.
• Previous experience in a blood or plasma collection center preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Minimum of 12 months in the health field preferred or a combination of experience and education equivalent to this requirement.

Work Environment

The work environment is within a Plasma Donation center, requiring extended periods of standing and bending. It fosters a team/family environment where repeat donors become familiar with the staff and team.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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