Paramedic/EMT-P — Plasma Center Medical Support Specialist

Biolife Plasma Services; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services in Abilene, TX seeks a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to determine donor eligibility, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory results, and notify donors of unsuitable findings. This role operates under the Center Manager and Center Physician, following industry regulations and BioLife procedures.

The ideal candidate has nursing program training, state licensure as EMT-Paramedic, CPR/AED certification, and at least two years in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus completion of a recognized nursing program meeting state requirements.
• Licensed or certified in the responsible state: EMT-Paramedic.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Complete FDA-approved BioLife Medical Support Specialist training requirements.
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education, confidential self-exclusion, medical history interview, acceptance requirements, physical exam, blood testing, and SPE review.
• Evaluate donor reactions and manage medical emergencies per SOPs, including center physician standing orders and donor transport as needed.
• Refer to Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or medical/technical guidance on donor safety and eligibility.
• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.
• Manage employee incidents and determine if further occupational health evaluation is required, following EHS guidance.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations related to pandemic threats.

Skills

EMT-Paramedic

CPR/AED

IV therapy

BioLife training

Education

Nursing program (state requirements)

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

BioLife Plasma Services in Abilene, TX seeks a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to determine donor eligibility, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory results, and notify donors of unsuitable findings. This role operates under the Center Manager and Center Physician, following industry regulations and BioLife procedures.

The ideal candidate has nursing program training, state licensure as EMT-Paramedic, CPR/AED certification, and at least two years in a clinical setting.