Paramedic/EMT-P

Takeda • Billings, MT

2d • $24 - $33

About The Position

The Paramedic/EMT-P will perform as a Medical Support Specialist at a BioLife Plasma Services center, supporting plasma center operations. The role focuses on determining donor eligibility, managing donor adverse events, reviewing laboratory test results, and notifying donors of unsuitable results. The specialist works under the operational guidance of the Plasma Center Manager or Assistant Manager, and under the Center Physician’s management for medical issues. The role follows BioLife Medical Affairs guidance, applicable regulations and standard operating procedures, and provides center-level environmental, health and safety (EHS) support.

This is a full-time position requiring availability during the center’s established business hours, including weekdays and scheduled weekend shifts, according to operational needs and the assigned schedule. Schedules may be adjusted based on business needs, consistent with applicable law and company policy. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable law.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, including graduation from a recognized educational nursing program meeting state requirements.
• Current state licensure or certification as an EMT-Paramedic in the state where responsibilities will be assigned.
• 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 Specialist.
• Two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including managing informed consent, AIDS education and confidential self-exclusion, conducting medical history interviews and physical examinations, applying acceptance requirements, performing blood testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions occurring at the facility and 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, determine whether further evaluation by occupational health or an emergency room is required, and refer to EHS guidance.
• Serve as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations associated with pandemic threats in the local community as directed by EHS or Medical Affairs.

What This Job Offers

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