EMT-B Plasma Center Medical Support Specialist

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental coverage

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services is seeking a Medical Support Specialist to determine donor eligibility, manage donor adverse events, review lab results, and notify donors of unsuitable tests. This role reports to the Plasma Center Manager and supports center operations in a regulated plasma collection environment.

The position emphasizes adherence to SOPs, EHS guidance, and collaboration with Center Physician and Medical Affairs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent to including graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements
• Currently licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: EMT-B, EMT-A, EMT-I, EMT-P, LPN/LVN, RN
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification
• Fulfill state requirements (in state of licensure) for basic IV therapy
• Satisfactorily complete the FDA approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility; 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).
• Evaluate donor reaction(s) per SOPs and arrange donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for guidance concerning medical or technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility.
• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.
• Manage employee incidents and determine whether further evaluation is required by occupational health/ER; refer to EHS guidance.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations associated with pandemic threats.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent to including graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B/EMT-A/EMT-I/EMT-P) licensure

Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification

Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy

FDA approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist

Two years in a clinical or hospital setting

Job description

BioLife Plasma Services is seeking a Medical Support Specialist to determine donor eligibility, manage donor adverse events, review lab results, and notify donors of unsuitable tests. This role reports to the Plasma Center Manager and supports center operations in a regulated plasma collection environment.

The position emphasizes adherence to SOPs, EHS guidance, and collaboration with Center Physician and Medical Affairs.