Plasma Center Medical Support Specialist (AEMT/EMT-P)

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

BioLife Plasma Services, a Takeda subsidiary, seeks a Medical Support Specialist to assist plasma center operations. You will determine donor eligibility, review medical histories, and ensure donor safety while adhering to SOPs. The role involves supporting vaccination programs and coordinating with physicians for complex cases.

Requirements include CPR/AED, state licensure, and two years in a clinical setting. The position offers part-time hours at our WA center in Bellingham.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, including nursing program graduate with state requirements.
• Licensed or certified in the state: EMT-A, EMT-P, LPN/LVN, or RN.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Complete BioLife Medical Support Specialist FDA-approved training.
• Two years of clinical or hospital experience.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility including informed consent, AIDS education, and medical history review.
• Evaluate donor reactions per SOPs and manage clinical responses.
• Follow SOPs for medical emergencies; support center physician standing orders and donor transport.
• Refer to Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or guidance.
• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees.

Skills

CPR & AED

Donor eligibility assessment

Medical history interview

Donor safety & SOPs

Clinical/hospital experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; nursing program graduate

State license/certification: EMT-A/EMT-P/LPN/LVN/RN

Job description

BioLife Plasma Services, a Takeda subsidiary, seeks a Medical Support Specialist to assist plasma center operations. You will determine donor eligibility, review medical histories, and ensure donor safety while adhering to SOPs. The role involves supporting vaccination programs and coordinating with physicians for complex cases.

Requirements include CPR/AED, state licensure, and two years in a clinical setting. The position offers part-time hours at our WA center in Bellingham.