EMT-P – Plasma Center | Sign-On Bonus Eligible + Day 1 Benefits! at Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited USA

East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jan, 26

Salary

32.79

Posted On

12 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Electrocardiography, Medical History Documentation, Basic Life Support, Emergency Response, Donor Eligibility Assessment, Medical Terminology, Patient Safety Protocols, Data Entry, Clinical Skills, Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Training, Documentation, Customer Service

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description Please take this virtual tour to get a sneak peek of one of our Plasma Donation Centers. Join Our Team as a Paramedic in Pittsburgh, PA! Are you a compassionate EMT-Paramedic looking to make a real difference? We’re looking for someone like you to join our team in Pittsburgh, where you'll work alongside dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping others. At our organization, you’ll find more than just a job—you’ll find a supportive, fun, and mission-driven culture where your work truly matters. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your career, we offer a path forward with real opportunities for advancement, including leadership roles. Here’s what we offer: A diverse, welcoming culture where you're treated like family $5K Sign on Bonus! No overnight shifts! Enjoy a better work-life balance Benefits starting on Day 1—because you shouldn’t have to wait Debt-Free Education – earn your degree with no out-of-pocket costs Paid Training to set you up for success Real opportunities to grow your career and move into management A chance to save lives and make an impact—without putting your own at risk About the role: The Plasma Center Medical Support Specialist EMT - P is responsible for delivering safe and efficient quality nursing care to patients. This role involves examining patients, administering prescribed medicine, and facilitating healing and comfort. The position requires advanced knowledge of operational procedures and tools, obtained through extensive work experience and vocational or technical education. How you will contribute: * Work under limited supervision for non-routine situations * Lead daily operations and train, delegate, and review the work of lower-level employees * Examine patients and administer prescribed medicine * Ensure accurate patient records by documenting medical history * Apply patient safety protocols in care settings * Perform phlebotomy tasks such as blood draws following established guidelines * Conduct electrocardiography tasks, understanding basic operational procedures * Utilize medical terminology appropriately in patient care situations * Respond to medical emergencies following center SOPs * Assess donor eligibility based on medical history and physical examination findings Skills and qualifications: * Applies basic principles of medical history documentation under supervision, ensuring accurate patient records. * Understands patient safety protocols and applies them under supervision in care settings. * Performs basic phlebotomy tasks such as blood draws under supervision, following established guidelines. * Conducts simple electrocardiography tasks under supervision, understanding basic operational procedures. * Utilizes medical terminology appropriately in routine patient care situations with guidance. * Maintains Basic Life Support certification, ready to respond to emergencies. * Prepares patients for medical procedures under supervision, providing clear instructions. * Inputs patient data into digital systems, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. * Conducts patient interviews, handling basic inquiries with ongoing coaching. * Performs blood testing procedures, interpreting results under supervision. * Responds to medical emergencies, following center SOPs effectively. * Assesses donor eligibility based on medical history and physical examination findings. As the most advanced technical operations level within Takeda, you are in a non-supervisory position that calls for a profound understanding of technical processes within one's specialty. You typically hold a high school diploma complemented by extensive relevant working experience and any necessary certifications. You will be expected to anticipate trends, connect disparate information, and coordinate activities that may impact areas outside your immediate remit. In this capacity, you will handle complex assignments that necessitate a unique and specialized set of skills, leading not just the workflow but also ensuring the quality of technical processes. Your autonomous working style within established procedures empowers you to propose process enhancements and sometimes operate without predefined methods, guided by experience and organizational guidelines. About BioLife Plasma Services Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high-quality plasma you collect will become life-changing medicines. Here, a commitment to customer service and quality is expected. You will report to the Plasma Center Manager and will perform as a Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) to support plasma center operations. BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd. About the role: Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high-quality plasma you collect will become life-changing medicines. Here, a commitment to customer service and quality is expected. You will determine donor eligibility to donate plasma, management of donor adverse events, review of laboratory test results, and donor notification of unsuitable test results. The Medical Support Specialist (Plasma Center Nurse) works under the guidance of the Center Manager (or Assistant Manager as applicable) for operational guidance and under the management of the Center Physician for medical issues. The Medical Support Specialist will be familiar with regulations of the plasma collection industry or a manufacturing environment. The Medical Support Specialist follows guidance provided by BioLife Medical Affairs and provides center level support of environmental, health and safety (EHS). How you will contribute You will determine donor eligibility; to include, proper management of informed consent, AIDS education and confidential self-exclusion, medical history interview and acceptance requirements, physical examination, blood testing, and reviewing Serological Protein Electrophoresis (SPE). You will evaluate donor reaction(s), which occurs at the facility as outlined in the SOPs. Follow applicable SOPs for medical emergencies including the development of Center Physician's standing orders and donor transport to emergency care facilities. You will refer to the Center Physician or Medical Affairs (as applicable) when in need of providing unacceptable findings to donors, or guidance concerning medical or technical issues, including donor safety and eligibility. You will support the Hepatitis B and Seasonal Flu vaccination programs for employees as applicable. You will manage employee incidents and determine whether further evaluation is required by occupational health/ER. Refer to EHS guidance regarding employee incidents. You can be a Pandemic Coordinator when authorized by EHS and support investigations associated with pandemic threats within the local community as indicated by EHS or Medical Affairs. What you bring to Takeda: High school diploma or equivalent to including graduate equivalent of a recognized educational nursing program with state requirements Currently licensed or certified in the state where responsibilities will be assigned: EMT-Paramedic Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and AED certification Fulfill state requirements (in state of licensure) for basic IV therapy Satisfactorily complete the FDA approved training requirements for BioLife Medical Support Specialist Two years in a clinical or hospital setting More about us: 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 will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to bring Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary 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 we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. For Location: USA - PA - Pittsburgh - Braddock Ave U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $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 in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. 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, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation. EEO Statement 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. Locations USA - PA - Pittsburgh - Braddock Ave Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt No Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda-ism – Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance – and are united by our mission to strive towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine. Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. At Takeda, you will make an impact on people’s lives – including your own. Takeda is an equal opportunity employer. For applicants of U.S and Puerto Rico positions: Click here to learn about our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). If you are limited in the ability to use our job application tool, or otherwise require a reasonable accommodation for a disability please click here.

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Responsibilities

The EMT-P is responsible for delivering safe and efficient quality nursing care to patients, including examining patients and administering prescribed medicine. This role also involves ensuring accurate patient records and applying patient safety protocols in care settings.