Plasma Donation Medical Support Specialist

KEDPLASMA; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

KEDPLASMA, a Kedrion Biopharma unit in Texas, seeks healthcare professionals (EMT, LPN/LVN, or RN) to support donor safety in a plasma donation setting. Evaluate eligibility, manage medical incidents, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Work with the Center Medical Director to ensure donor experience and safety; perform exams, review health histories, administer immunizations, monitor reactions, and maintain equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice in the state where the center operates.
• CPR certification required.
• At least 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical exams and assess donor eligibility for plasmapheresis and related programs.
• Review donor health history and lab results to determine suitability.
• Educate donors on the donation process, risks, benefits, and informed consent.
• Administer immunizations and monitor adverse reactions, documenting procedures.
• Respond to donor reactions with appropriate treatment and escalate when necessary.
• Maintain emergency medical equipment and ensure readiness.
• Notify donors of positive viral marker results and provide confidential counseling.
• Participate in safety committee activities and educate staff on protocols.
• Manage employee immunization programs and ensure SOP compliance.
• Assist with plasmapheresis and whole blood procedures when needed.
• Maintain donor charts and review medical incidents.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Donor care

Education

Texas licensed healthcare professional

Job description

KEDPLASMA, a Kedrion Biopharma unit in Texas, seeks healthcare professionals (EMT, LPN/LVN, or RN) to support donor safety in a plasma donation setting. Evaluate eligibility, manage medical incidents, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Work with the Center Medical Director to ensure donor experience and safety; perform exams, review health histories, administer immunizations, monitor reactions, and maintain equipment.