Plasma Center Paramedic – EMT-P

Takeda; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Support Specialist to join their Plasma Center team. This role is pivotal in ensuring donor safety and eligibility while providing exceptional patient care. You will engage with donors, manage medical assessments, and support vaccination programs. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to life-changing therapies in a collaborative environment. Join a company committed to innovation and patient-focused solutions.

Benefits

401(k)

Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Volunteer Time

Sick Leave

Paid Vacation

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma and nursing program certification.
• Current EMT-Paramedic license required.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility and manage informed consent.
• Evaluate donor reactions and follow SOPs for emergencies.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Assessment

Emergency Response

IV Therapy

Medical History Interviews

Education

High School Diploma

Nursing Program Certification

Tools

CPR and AED Certification

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:

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 determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. The Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) works 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. The Medical Support Specialist will be familiar with regulations of the plasma collection industry or a manufacturing environment. 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, confidential self-exclusion, medical history interviews, acceptance requirements, physical examinations, blood testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• You will evaluate donor reactions as outlined in SOPs, follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies, develop Center Physician's standing orders, and arrange donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• You will refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or guidance on medical or technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility.
• You will support vaccination programs such as Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu for employees as applicable.
• You will manage employee incidents and determine if further evaluation is necessary, referring to EHS guidance.
• You can serve as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations related to pandemic threats as indicated by EHS or Medical Affairs.

What you bring to Takeda:

• High school diploma or equivalent, including graduate-level education from a recognized nursing program meeting state requirements.
• Currently licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: EMT-Paramedic.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Satisfactorily complete FDA-approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• At least two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through developing novel pharmaceuticals and patient support programs. We are a patient-focused company that encourages growth and innovation.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda fosters an inclusive, collaborative workplace committed to bringing Better Health and a Brighter Future globally.

BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary

We recognize the importance of compensation. We are committed to equitable pay and transparency in pay practices.

Location: USA - MI - Livonia

U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $23.85 - $32.79

The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range; actual offers depend on qualifications, experience, skills, education, licenses, and location. U.S. employees may be eligible for incentives, insurance, 401(k), disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, holidays, well-being benefits, sick leave, and paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is committed to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics under law.

Locations

USA - MI - Livonia

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

No

About the company

At Takeda, our mission is driven by hope and empathy. We serve patients with integrity, respect, and empathy, focusing on Oncology, Gastroenterology, Neuroscience, and vaccine development. Every employee contributes to our bold, inspiring mission.