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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services seeks a Medical Support Specialist in Tyler, Texas. Your responsibilities include determining donor eligibility, managing informed consent, and evaluating donor reactions based on SOPs. You will also support vaccination programs and manage employee incidents.

The role requires a high school diploma, a current LPN or LVN license, and two years of clinical experience. BioLife offers competitive wages ranging from $24.32 to $33.44 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental coverage.

Qualifications

• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting required.
• State-licensed basic IV therapy competency necessary.
• Completion of FDA-approved training for Medical Support Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility and manage informed consent.
• Evaluate donor reactions based on SOPs.
• Support vaccination programs for employees.

Skills

Clinical experience

Emergency response

Patient assessment

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

LPN or LVN license

Tools

CPR and AED certification

Job description

Job Description

You will report to the Plasma Center Manager and work as a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support plasma center operations.

About BioLife Plasma Services

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

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

About the Role

• Determine donor eligibility and manage informed consent, AIDS education and confidential self‑exclusion, medical history interview and acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and review of serological protein electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions based on SOPs and follow emergency SOPs, including development of standing orders and transport to emergency care.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or medical/technical guidance regarding donor safety and eligibility.
• Support the Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees where applicable.
• Manage employee incidents and determine further evaluation requirements, referencing occupational health and EHS guidance.
• Serve as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS, supporting investigations related to pandemic threats within the local community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, including graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
• Current state license/certification (LPN or LVN).
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification.
• State‑licensed basic IV therapy competency.
• Completion of FDA‑approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting.

What Takeda Can Offer You

We provide a purpose, a supportive team, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and retirement benefits in a fast‑paced, friendly environment.

Compensation and Benefits Summary

We are committed to equitable pay and transparent pay practices.

Location

USA – TX – Tyler

Wage Range

$24.32 – $33.44 per hour

The hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual wage may depend on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and will comply with state or local minimum wage requirements.

U.S. employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives and participation in medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits. Employees may receive up to 80 sick days per year, and new hires accrue up to 120 paid vacation days.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud of its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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 laws.