Biolife - Practical Nurse

BioLife Plasma Services; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 31,739 - 43,642; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan with company match

Paid volunteer time off

Sick time and paid vacation

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services in Abilene, TX is seeking a Medical Support Specialist to oversee donor eligibility and manage clinical assessments. You will work closely with the Plasma Center Manager and support from the Center Physician in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include evaluating donor reactions and managing medical emergencies. The ideal candidate will have a current LPN or LVN license and at least two years of clinical experience. A competitive benefits package and a sign-on bonus of $1500 are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, including recognized educational nursing program.
• Current license or certification in the state where responsibilities are assigned.
• Current CPR and AED certification required.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Completion of FDA-approved training requirements for role.
• At least 2 years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility through interviews and medical assessments.
• Manage adverse events and evaluate donor reactions per SOPs.
• Notify donors of unsuitable test results and refer to Medical Affairs.
• Support vaccination programs and manage employee incidents.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator and support investigations related to pandemic threats.

Skills

Ability to determine donor eligibility

Management of adverse events

Clinical assessment skills

Knowledge of plasma collection regulations

Emergency response management

Employee health incident management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current LPN or LVN certification

CPR and AED certification

Completion of FDA-approved training requirements

2 years in clinical or hospital setting

Job description

Job Description

Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) reporting to the Plasma Center Manager and supported by the Center Physician and BioLife Medical Affairs, responsible for donor eligibility, clinical assessment, laboratory results review, adverse event management, and safety protocols in a plasma collection environment.

This position is eligible for a $1500 Sign on Bonus!

About BioLife Plasma Services

Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high-quality plasma you collect will become life‑changing medicines. Here, a commitment to customer service and quality is expected.

BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.

About the role

You will determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. The Medical Support Specialist works under the guidance of the Center Manager (or Assistant Manager) for operational guidance and under the management of the Center Physician for medical issues. Familiarity with plasma collection regulations and manufacturing environment is required. The role follows guidance from BioLife Medical Affairs and provides center‑level support of environmental, health and safety (EHS).

How You Will Contribute

• Determine donor eligibility, including management of informed consent, AIDS education, confidential self‑exclusion, medical history interview, physical examination, blood testing, and review of serological protein electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reaction(s) per SOPs and handle medical emergencies, including standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or guidance on medical or technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility.
• Support the Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents and assess whether further evaluation is required by occupational health/ER, following EHS guidance.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations related to pandemic threats within the local community.

What you bring to Takeda

• High school diploma or equivalent, including graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
• Current license or certification in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: LPN or LVN.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy in the state of licensure.
• Completion of FDA‑approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting.

What Takeda can offer you

We offer a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical/dental, paid time off, retirement benefits, and opportunities for career growth. Our environment is fast‑paced, friendly, and focused on improving patient lives.

More about us

Takeda is transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best‑in‑class patient support programs. As a Global Top Employer, Takeda encourages innovation, strives for excellence, and fosters an inclusive, collaborative workplace that brings better health and a brighter future to people worldwide.

BioLife Compensation And Benefits Summary

Compensation is an important factor in your career decision. We are committed to equitable pay and transparency. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives and a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, well‑being benefits, sick time, and paid vacation.

For Location

USA - TX - Abilene

U.S. Hourly Wage Range

$23.04 - $31.68

The actual hourly wage offered may depend on the applicant’s qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. It will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements.

EEO Statement

Takeda 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, 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.

Locations

USA - TX - Abilene

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Part time

Job Exempt

No