Plasma Center - AEMT

About the role

Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high‑quality plasma you collect will become life‑changing medicines. A commitment to customer service and quality is expected. You will determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. The Medical Support Specialist works under the guidance of the Center Manager (or Assistant Manager) for operational direction and under the Center Physician for medical issues. You will be familiar with regulations of the plasma collection industry or a manufacturing environment and follow guidance from BioLife Medical Affairs, providing center‑level support for environmental, health, and safety (EHS).

Responsibilities

• Determine donor eligibility, including informed consent, AIDS education, confidential self‑exclusion, medical history interview, physical examination, blood testing, and review of Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Follow SOPs for medical emergencies, develop Center Physician standing orders, and arrange donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer donors to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs for unacceptable findings or guidance on medical/technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility.
• Support Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.
• Manage employee incidents, determine need for occupational health/ER evaluation, and follow EHS guidance.
• Serve as a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations of pandemic threats in the local community.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, including graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements.
• Current state license or certification in one of the following: EMT‑Basic (EMT‑B), EMT‑Advanced (EMT‑A), EMT‑Intermediate (EMT‑I), Paramedic (EMT‑P), Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN), or Registered Nurse (RN).
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Fulfillment of state requirements for basic IV therapy.
• Successful completion of FDA‑approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist.
• At least two years of experience in a clinical or hospital setting.

Benefits

• Purpose‑driven work contributing to life‑changing medicines.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth.
• Comprehensive benefits program including medical and dental coverage, paid time off, and retirement benefits.
• Fast‑paced, friendly workplace.

Pay

Hourly wage range: $26.40 – $36.30. The actual wage offered may depend on qualifications, experience, unique skills, education, certifications, and location, and will comply with applicable state or local minimum wage requirements.

Schedule

Full‑time, regular employee (non‑exempt).