Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $23.04 - $31.68
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) plan and company match
Short-Term Disability coverage
long-term disability coverage
basic life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement Program
paid Volunteer Time Off
company holidays
well-being benefits
Sick Time
Paid vacation

Job Description

BioLife Plasma Services, a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd, is a leader in the plasma collection industry dedicated to providing high-quality plasma that becomes life-changing medicines. At BioLife, every day is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference as the plasma you collect supports patients worldwide. The company fosters a customer-centric and quality-driven environment where a commitment to excellence is paramount. This position offers part-time employment in Abilene, TX, with an hourly wage range between $23.04 and $31.68 and is eligible for a $1500 sign-on bonus. Employees also can benefit from short-term incentives and comprehensive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision insurance, and more.

As a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) at BioLife, you will play a crucial role in plasma center operations by supporting the Plasma Center Manager. Your responsibilities will include determining donor eligibility, managing donor adverse events, reviewing laboratory test results, and communicating any unsuitable test results to donors. Working closely under the guidance of the Center Manager and Center Physician, this role requires knowledge of plasma collection industry regulations, environmental health and safety standards, and medical guidelines set by BioLife Medical Affairs. Your work ensures donor safety and supports high operational standards within the plasma donation facility.

The role involves diverse and impactful duties such as managing informed consent, conducting medical history interviews, physical examinations, and blood testing including reviewing complex laboratory findings like Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE). You will be tasked with evaluating and responding to medical emergencies according to standard operating procedures and coordinating with emergency care facilities when necessary. Collaborating with Center Physicians and Medical Affairs experts, you will handle medical and technical issues to ensure donor safety and regulatory compliance.

Additionally, you will support employee vaccination programs like Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccines, manage employee incidents in accordance with Environmental Health and Safety policies, and potentially act as a Pandemic Coordinator if authorized. The position demands critical clinical skills, regulatory compliance, and a compassionate approach to donor care.

At Takeda and its BioLife Plasma Services division, you will join a globally recognized employer committed to transformative patient care, innovation, and an inclusive workplace culture. The company encourages continuous professional development and offers a supportive, collaborative environment where employees are empowered to contribute to meaningful healthcare solutions. Joining BioLife means becoming part of a purpose-driven team dedicated to bringing better health and a brighter future to communities worldwide through plasma donation and pharmaceutical advancement.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements
  • Currently licensed or certified in the state assignment as EMT-Paramedic
  • Current CPR and AED certification
  • Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy
  • Completion of FDA approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist
  • Two years of clinical or hospital experience

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent including graduation from a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements
  • Currently licensed or certified as EMT-Paramedic in the state of assignment
  • Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification
  • Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy
  • Satisfactorily complete FDA approved training for BioLife Medical Support Specialist
  • Two years of experience in clinical or hospital settings

Job Duties

  • Determine donor eligibility including informed consent, AIDS education, medical history interview, physical examination, blood testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE)
  • Evaluate donor reactions per standard operating procedures and manage medical emergencies including donor transport to emergency care facilities
  • Refer to Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or guidance on medical and technical issues related to donor safety and eligibility
  • Support Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees
  • Manage employee incidents and determine need for further evaluation by occupational health or emergency room
  • Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized and support investigations related to pandemic threats within the local community
  • Provide center-level support for environmental, health and safety (EHS) compliance

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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