EMT Medical Support Specialist — Plasma Center Operations

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Harwood Heights (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services, a Takeda subsidiary, seeks a Medical Support Specialist for our Harwood Heights plasma center. You will determine donor eligibility, review lab results, and notify donors of unsuitable findings, under the Center Manager and Center Physician.

You will also support vaccination programs, incident management, and EHS initiatives to ensure compliant, patient-safe operations in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: EMT-B/A/I/P, LPN/LVN, or RN.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• FDA training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, medical history, and exam.
• Evaluate donor reactions and manage emergencies per SOPs.
• Review laboratory test results and communicate findings to donors.
• Notify donors of unsuitable test results and provide guidance.
• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for staff.
• Assist with occupational health issues and EHS guidance as needed.

Skills

EMT licensure

RN/LPN/LVN license

CPR/AED certified

donor eligibility assessment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate nursing program equivalent

Job description

BioLife Plasma Services, a Takeda subsidiary, seeks a Medical Support Specialist for our Harwood Heights plasma center. You will determine donor eligibility, review lab results, and notify donors of unsuitable findings, under the Center Manager and Center Physician.

You will also support vaccination programs, incident management, and EHS initiatives to ensure compliant, patient-safe operations in a fast-paced environment.