Paramedic/EMT-P

Takeda•Ames, IA

About The Position

The Paramedic/EMT-P performs as a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support plasma center operations. The role determines donor eligibility to donate plasma, manages donor adverse events, reviews laboratory test results, and notifies donors of unsuitable results. The specialist works under the operational guidance of the Plasma Center Manager (or Assistant Manager, as applicable) and under the Center Physician’s management for medical issues. The role follows BioLife Medical Affairs guidance and provides center-level environmental, health, and safety support. This position is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus. The position is located in Ames, Iowa. The listed hourly wage range is $24.30–$33.44; the actual offer may vary based on factors including qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, including graduation from a recognized educational nursing program equivalent, with applicable state requirements.
Current EMT-Paramedic license or certification in the state where responsibilities will be assigned.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification.
Meet the basic IV therapy requirements of 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 managing 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 at the facility in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies, including the development of Center Physician standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.
Refer unacceptable findings to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs, as applicable, and seek guidance 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; follow EHS guidance regarding employee incidents.
Serve as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations associated with local pandemic threats as directed by EHS or Medical Affairs.