Plasma Center Medical Support Specialist

Takeda; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services, part of Takeda, is seeking a Medical Support Specialist to support plasma center operations. You will determine donor eligibility, review laboratory results, handle donor adverse events, and ensure safety protocols are followed under Center Manager and Center Physician guidance.

The role requires state licensure (EMT-B/EMT-A/EMT-I/EMT-P, LPN/LVN, RN), CPR/AED certification, and completion of BioLife FDA training, with at least two years in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Licensed or certified in the state of responsibilities (EMT-B, EMT-A, EMT-I, EMT-P, LPN/LVN, RN)
• Current CPR and AED certification
• FDA approved BioLife Medical Support Specialist training requirements
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility including informed consent, self-exclusion, medical history and physical assessment
• Evaluate donor reactions per SOPs and manage medical emergencies with standing orders
• Refer to Center Physician or Medical Affairs for abnormal findings or guidance on medical issues
• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees
• Manage employee incidents and coordinate with occupational health/EHS as needed
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized and assist investigations in the local community

Skills

Donor interaction

Regulatory compliance

Emergency response

Patient safety

Education

EMT-B/LPN/RN licensure

CPR and AED certification

FDA BioLife training completion

Job description

BioLife Plasma Services, part of Takeda, is seeking a Medical Support Specialist to support plasma center operations. You will determine donor eligibility, review laboratory results, handle donor adverse events, and ensure safety protocols are followed under Center Manager and Center Physician guidance.

The role requires state licensure (EMT-B/EMT-A/EMT-I/EMT-P, LPN/LVN, RN), CPR/AED certification, and completion of BioLife FDA training, with at least two years in a clinical setting.