EMT-P – Part Time

BioLife Plasma Services; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 33,503 - 46,066; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid volunteer time off

Vacation hours up to 120 hours annually

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services, based in San Antonio, Texas, is seeking a dedicated Medical Support Specialist to support plasma collection operations. This role requires the evaluation of donor eligibility, management of medical issues, and compliance with industry regulations.

The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and clinical experience, ensuring the safety and quality of donor interactions and supporting health and safety initiatives within the center.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, including graduate-equivalent of a recognized nursing program.
• Current EMT-Paramedic certification in Texas.
• Current CPR and AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility by conducting medical history interviews and evaluations.
• Support medical emergencies following SOPs and standing orders.
• Manage employee incidents according to EHS guidance.

Skills

EMT-Paramedic certification

CPR and AED certification

Basic IV therapy knowledge

Clinical experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate-equivalent of a recognized nursing program

Job description

Job Description

Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high-quality plasma you collect becomes life‑changing medicines. A commitment to customer service and quality is expected. You will report to the Plasma Center Manager and serve as a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support plasma center operations.

You will determine donor eligibility, 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) and under the management of the Center Physician for medical issues. Familiarity with plasma collection industry regulations or a 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 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 reactions as outlined in SOPs. Follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies, including development of the Center Physician's standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs when providing unacceptable findings to donors or guidance concerning medical or technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility.
• Support the 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 regarding employee incidents.
• Act as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations associated with pandemic threats within the local community as indicated by EHS or Medical Affairs.

What you bring to Takeda

• High school diploma or equivalent, including graduate-equivalent of a recognized nursing program with state requirements.
• Currently licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: EMT-Paramedic.
• Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification.
• Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Complete FDA-approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Compensation and Benefits

U.S. hourly wage range: $24.32 – $33.44. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications or professional licenses, and location. The wage offered will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives and participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits. U.S. employees are also eligible to receive up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year, and new hires may accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

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 or characteristics, 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.