Biolife EMT - $3,500 Signing Bonus

Takeda • Springfield, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd., is hiring a Medical Support Specialist to support plasma center operations. The role uses clinical assessment and patient-care skills to help ensure donor safety and support plasma collection. The specialist determines donor eligibility, manages donor adverse events, reviews laboratory test results, and notifies donors of unsuitable results. The position reports to the Plasma Center Manager for operational guidance and works under the Center Physician’s management for medical issues. It follows BioLife Medical Affairs guidance and provides center-level environmental, health, and safety support.

The position is based at the Springfield, Missouri, McCurry Avenue location. The advertised hourly wage range is $20.00–$27.72, depending on factors including qualifications, relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. The posting describes predictable scheduling without overnight shifts or 24-hour calls, a fast-paced and friendly environment, and opportunities for career growth. A $3,500 signing bonus is stated in the job title.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, including a graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
• Current state license or certification for the assigned responsibilities in one of the listed roles: EMT-B, EMT-A, EMT-I, EMT-P, LPN/LVN, or RN.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification.
• Meet the basic IV therapy requirements in the state of licensure.
• Satisfactorily complete FDA-approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialists.
• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education and confidential self-exclusion, medical history interviews, acceptance requirements, physical examinations, blood testing, and review of Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions occurring at the facility in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies, including Center Physician standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs when unacceptable findings must be communicated to donors or when guidance is needed on medical or technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility.
• Support employee Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs, as applicable.
• Manage employee incidents and determine whether further evaluation by occupational health or an emergency room is required, following EHS guidance.
• Serve as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations related to pandemic threats in the local community as directed by EHS or Medical Affairs.
• Provide center-level support for environmental, health, and safety (EHS) matters.
• Complete the FDA-approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialists.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement benefits.
• Daily Pay access to earned wages in real time.
• Up to $10,000 annually in tuition reimbursement and ElevateU education benefits.
• Career growth opportunities within BioLife and Takeda.
• $3,500 signing bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED