Advanced EMT; AEMT

Role Overview

Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) supporting plasma center operations under the guidance of the Center Manager and center physician. Responsible for donor eligibility assessment, medical monitoring, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

• Determine donor eligibility and manage informed consent, AIDS education, and confidential self‑exclusion.
• Conduct medical history interviews, physical examinations, blood testing, and review serological protein electrophoresis (SPE) results.
• Evaluate donor reactions and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for medical emergencies, including development of standing orders and coordinating donor transport to emergency facilities.
• Consult with the Center Physician or Medical Affairs on medical or technical issues, including unacceptable findings and donor safety.
• Support Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees.
• Manage employee incidents and determine further evaluation requirements for occupational health/ER.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized, supporting investigations related to pandemic threats in accordance with Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) guidance.
• Provide center‑level support for environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives as directed by Bio Life Medical Affairs.

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a graduate‑equivalent nursing program meeting state requirements.
• Licensed or certified EMT‑Paramedic in the state of assignment.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Completion of FDA‑approved training for Bio Life Medical Support Specialist.
• Minimum of two years in a clinical or hospital setting.

Hourly Wage Range: $21.60 – $29.70 (U.S. – LA – Lafayette)

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits.

Paid time off: up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year and up to 120 hours of paid vacation for new hires.

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Location:

USA – LA – Lafayette

Employment Type:

Employee (Regular, Full Time)