Medical Support Specialist RN

BioLife Plasma Services; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 55,765 - 76,677; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services is hiring a Medical Support Specialist in Pomona, CA. This role involves responsibilities like determining donor eligibility, managing unforeseen donor reactions, and coordinating with health and safety initiatives while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a current RN, NP, or PA license, along with CPR certification and experience in a clinical setting. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive hourly wage range.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or recognized nursing program.
• Current state license as Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician Assistant (PA).
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Completion of FDA-approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility and manage donor adverse events.
• Evaluate donor reactions and follow SOPs for medical emergencies.
• Support vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents under EHS guidance.

Skills

Donor eligibility determination

Emergency medical response

Clinical assessment

Coordination with medical professionals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current state license as RN, NP, or PA

Current CPR and AED certification

Fulfillment of state IV therapy requirements

Completion of FDA-approved training

Job description

About the role

As a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse), you will support plasma center operations under the guidance of the Center Manager and the Center Physician. Responsibilities include determining donor eligibility, managing donor adverse events, reviewing laboratory test results, and notifying donors of unsuitable test results. You will also provide center‑level support for environmental, health and safety (EHS) and follow regulatory requirements for plasma collection.

How You Will Contribute

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education, self‑exclusion, medical history interview, physical examination, blood testing, and review of serological protein electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions and follow SOPs for medical emergencies, including Standing Orders and transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for medical or technical issues and donor safety and eligibility.
• Support Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents and determine further evaluation by occupational health/ER, following EHS guidance.
• Act as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations of pandemic threats within the local community.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a recognized nursing program with state requirements.
• Current state license as Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician Assistant (PA).
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Completion of FDA‑approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Benefits and Compensation

We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support your well‑being and career growth, including medical/dental coverage, paid time off, retirement benefits, and wellness initiatives. U.S. based employees may also be eligible for short‑term incentives, 401(k) with company match, disability coverage, basic life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits. New hires accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation and may receive up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year.

Hourly Wage Range: $40.48 – $55.66 (annual salary added by managerial discretion)

Location

USA — CA — Pomona

EEO Statement

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