Plasma Center Paramedic - EMT-P
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 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 guidance from BioLife Medical Affairs, applies relevant plasma collection or manufacturing regulations, and provides center-level environmental, health, and safety support. The position is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The hourly wage range is $24.30–$33.44, with the actual offer depending on factors such as qualifications, relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and location.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, including a graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program meeting state requirements.
- Current state licensure or certification for the assigned responsibilities as an EMT-B, EMT-A, EMT-I, EMT-P, LPN/LVN, or RN.
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification.
- Meet state requirements in the state of licensure for basic IV therapy.
- Satisfactorily complete FDA-approved training requirements for a BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
- 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 at the facility and follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies, including Center Physician standing orders and transport to emergency care facilities.
- Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs when addressing unacceptable findings with donors or seeking guidance on medical or technical issues, donor safety, and eligibility.
- Support employee Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs, as applicable.
- Manage employee incidents and determine whether further occupational health or emergency room evaluation is required, following EHS guidance.
- Serve as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations of local pandemic threats as directed by EHS or Medical Affairs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
