On Site Paramedic

BioLife Plasma Services; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 50,586 - 69,611; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Well-being benefits

Sick time

Paid time off

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services in Texas is seeking a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support plasma center operations. You will determine donor eligibility, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory results, and notify donors of unsuitable results, under the guidance of Center Manager and Center Physician.

Two years of clinical experience and EMT-Paramedic licensure are required, along with CPR/AED certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• State licensure as EMT-Paramedic required.
• Current CPR and AED certification required.
• Must meet state IV therapy requirements.
• Completion of FDA-approved BioLife Medical Support Specialist training.
• Minimum two years of clinical or hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility including informed consent, medical history and exam.
• Evaluate donor reactions and manage medical emergencies per SOPs.
• Refer to Center Physician for guidance on safety and eligibility.
• Support vaccination programs for employees where applicable.
• Manage incidents and coordinate with occupational health/EHS as needed.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS.

Skills

CPR/AED certification

Clinical experience

Donor safety awareness

Communication with medical staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EMT-Paramedic license

Job description

Job Description

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 results. The role operates under the guidance of the Center Manager and the Center Physician, following industry regulations and BioLife Medical Affairs guidance.

About the role

Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high‑quality plasma you collect will become life‑changing medicines. It is expected that you maintain a strong commitment to customer service and quality.

How you will contribute

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education, confidential self‑exclusion, medical history interview, acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and review of Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions and manage medical emergencies per SOPs, develop physician standing orders, and coordinate donor transport to emergency facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for findings that require medical or technical guidance, or for donor safety and eligibility issues.
• Support hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.
• Manage employee incidents and determine the need for further evaluation by occupational health; refer to EHS guidance when appropriate.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS, supporting investigations related to pandemic threats in the local community.

What you bring to Takeda

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a graduate‑level recognized nursing program with state licensure.
• Licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities are assigned: EMT‑Paramedic.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Completion of FDA‑approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialists.
• Minimum 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 vary based on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. U.S. employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, company holidays, well‑being benefits, sick time, and paid vacation.

Location

USA – TX – Harker Heights.

EEO Statement

Takeda is committed 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.