Paramedic/EMT-P

Takeda Pharmaceuticals; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring donor safety and eligibility while managing medical emergencies and supporting health initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the lives of many. With a commitment to quality and customer service, you will thrive in a setting that values your expertise and dedication to patient care. Join a company that champions innovation and excellence in healthcare.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Qualifications

• Must be currently licensed or certified in the state of assignment.
• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting required.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility and manage informed consent.
• Evaluate donor reactions and support vaccination programs.
• Manage employee incidents and provide medical guidance.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical History Interviews

Emergency Response

IV Therapy

CPR and AED Certification

Education

High School Diploma

Recognized Educational Nursing Program

Tools

FDA Training

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) will determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. The role operates 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. Familiarity with regulations of the plasma collection industry or a manufacturing environment is required. The Medical Support Specialist follows guidance provided by BioLife Medical Affairs and provides center-level support of environmental, health, and safety (EHS).

How you will contribute

• You will determine donor eligibility, including managing informed consent, AIDS education, medical history interviews, physical examinations, blood testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• You will evaluate donor reactions occurring at the facility as outlined in the SOPs and follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies.
• You will refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs when providing unacceptable findings to donors or guidance concerning medical or technical issues.
• You will support the Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.
• You will manage employee incidents and determine whether further evaluation is required by occupational health/ER.
• You can be a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations associated with pandemic threats.

What you bring to Takeda:

• High school diploma or equivalent, including a recognized educational 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.
• Satisfactorily complete the FDA approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• 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 will inspire and empower 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 a 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 - TX - Fort Worth

U.S. Hourly Wage Range:

$23.85 - $32.79

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, unique skills, level of education, certifications, and location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term incentives, medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and 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 may 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 without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable laws.

Locations

USA - TX - Fort Worth

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No