Medical Support Specialist; EMT, AEMT, EMTI

Job Description

We are a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd. that collects high-quality plasma to create life‑changing medicines. Every day you will motivate donors and ensure the highest safety standards in the collection process. You will report to the Plasma Center Manager and perform as a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) supporting plasma center operations.

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• Comprehensive benefits starting on Day 1 – because your well‑being matters
• On‑demand pay – access a portion of your earned wages before payday
• Debt‑free education opportunities
• Paid training – we'll set you up for success from day one
• Career growth and advancement opportunities – build your future here!

Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. We collect plasma that becomes life‑changing medicines. A commitment to customer service and quality is expected.

As a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse), you will determine donor eligibility, manage donor adverse events, review laboratory test results, and notify donors of unsuitable test results. You will work under the guidance of the Center Manager (or Assistant Manager), and the Center Physician for medical issues. You will be familiar with regulations of the plasma collection industry or a manufacturing environment.

You will follow guidance from Bio Life Medical Affairs and provide center‑level support for environmental, health and safety (EHS).

• Determine donor eligibility; manage informed consent, AIDS education, self‑exclusion, medical history interview, acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and reviewing serological protein electrophoresis (SPE).
• Evaluate donor reactions and follow SOPs for medical emergencies, including developing the Center Physician's standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities.
• Refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs when providing unacceptable findings to donors or medical/technical guidance.
• Support the Hepatitis B and seasonal flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable.
• Manage employee incidents and determine whether further evaluation is required by occupational health/ER, referring to EHS guidance.
• Act as Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations of pandemic threats within the local community.

• High school diploma or equivalent; graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements
• Currently licensed/certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: EMT‑Paramedic
• Current CPR and AED certification
• Fulfill state requirements for basic IV therapy
• Satisfactorily complete FDA‑approved training requirements for Bio Life Medical Support Specialist
• Two years in a clinical or hospital setting

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best‑in‑class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient‑focused company that inspires and empowers you to grow through life‑changing work.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees and strive for transparency in our pay practices.

USA – WI – Onalaska

$23.85 – $32.79

The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location of the applicant or their working location.

The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental,…