Plasma Center Medical Support Specialist — EMT-B

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; 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 is seeking a Medical Support Specialist to support plasma center operations in Independence, MO. You will determine donor eligibility, review test results, manage donor safety and adverse events, and assist during medical emergencies under physician and EHS guidance.

Requirements include EMT licensure (B/A/I/P or equivalent), RN/LPN licensure as applicable, CPR/AED, basic IV therapy, and two years in a clinical setting; FDA training is required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education and self-exclusion, medical history interview, physical examination, and review of SPE results.
• Evaluate donor reactions as they occur at the facility.
• Follow SOPs for medical emergencies and implement Center Physician standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or guidance on medical/technical issues including donor safety.
• Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.
• Manage employee incidents and escalate as needed to occupational health/ER; follow EHS guidance.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and assist investigations related to pandemics.

Skills

EMT-B

EMT-A

EMT-I

EMT-P

LPN/LVN

RN

CPR/AED

IV therapy

FDA training

Clinical experience

Education

High school diploma

Nursing program equivalence

Job description

BioLife is seeking a Medical Support Specialist to support plasma center operations in Independence, MO. You will determine donor eligibility, review test results, manage donor safety and adverse events, and assist during medical emergencies under physician and EHS guidance.

Requirements include EMT licensure (B/A/I/P or equivalent), RN/LPN licensure as applicable, CPR/AED, basic IV therapy, and two years in a clinical setting; FDA training is required.