Paramedic/EMT-P

Takeda Pharmaceuticals; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Medical Support Specialist, where you will play a vital role in the plasma donation process. In this engaging position, you will determine donor eligibility, manage medical emergencies, and support health initiatives. With a focus on quality and customer service, you will be part of a team that transforms patient care through innovative solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of donors and patients alike, all while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a brighter future, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteer time off

Sick time

Paid vacation

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state of responsibility with EMT-Paramedic certification.
• Experience in a clinical or hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility and manage informed consent and medical history.
• Evaluate donor reactions and manage medical emergencies as per SOPs.
• Support vaccination programs and manage employee incidents.

Skills

EMT-Paramedic certification

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

IV therapy

Clinical experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from a recognized educational nursing program

Job description

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Job Description

Please take this virtual tour to get a sneak peek of one of our Plasma Donation Centers.

About BioLife Plasma Services

Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high-quality plasma you collect will become life-changing medicines. Here, a commitment to customer service and quality is expected. You will report to the Plasma Center Manager and will perform as a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support plasma center operations. BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.

About the role:

The Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) works under the guidance of the Center Manager (or Assistant Manager as applicable) for operational guidance and under the management of the Center Physician for medical issues. You will determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. The Medical Support Specialist will be familiar with regulations of the plasma collection industry or a manufacturing environment and follows guidance provided by BioLife Medical Affairs while providing center level support of environmental, health and safety (EHS).

How you will contribute

1. You will determine donor eligibility, including management of informed consent, AIDS education, confidential self-exclusion, medical history interview, acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
2. You will evaluate donor reactions occurring at the facility as outlined in the SOPs, following applicable SOPs for medical emergencies, including the development of Center Physician's standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.
3. You will refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs (as applicable) when providing unacceptable findings to donors or guidance concerning medical or technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility.
4. You will support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.
5. You will manage employee incidents and determine whether further evaluation is required by occupational health/ER, referring to EHS guidance regarding employee incidents.
6. You can be 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:

1. High school diploma or equivalent including graduation from a recognized educational nursing program that meets state requirements.
2. Currently licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: EMT-Paramedic.
3. Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification.
4. Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy.
5. Satisfactorily complete the FDA approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
6. Two years in a clinical or hospital setting.

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that inspires and empowers you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, united by an unwavering commitment to bring Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees and strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location: USA - CO - Aurora

U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $26.15 - $35.96

The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on various factors, including qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific skills, level of education attained, certifications, or other professional licenses held, and location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term incentives, 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. based employees are also eligible to receive up to 80 hours of sick time and new hires can accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud of 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.

Locations

USA - CO - Aurora

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No