Medical Staff Associate – LPN/RN/LVN/EMT/Paramedic in Houston, Texas

Overview

Job Overview

A plasma collection center is seeking a qualified healthcare professional to evaluate donor eligibility, support safe plasma donation procedures, and provide limited emergency medical care to donors and staff. Working under general supervision and in coordination with the Center Medical Director, this role helps ensure donor safety, compliance with established procedures, and accurate medical assessments throughout the donation process.

The ideal candidate has relevant healthcare experience, strong assessment skills, and the ability to identify medical concerns and respond appropriately in a regulated clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate donor suitability for automated plasmapheresis procedures in accordance with established guidelines.
• Interview prospective donors and review medical histories to determine eligibility for plasma donation.
• Provide limited emergency medical care to donors and staff, including administering medications or treatments within the scope of licensure or certification.
• Collaborate with the Center Medical Director to address medical questions and guide staff on donor eligibility.
• Review laboratory test results and determine whether donors remain eligible to donate.
• Assess donor symptoms and identify conditions that may require donation to be delayed or discontinued.
• Notify and counsel donors about reactive test results and refer them to appropriate community healthcare facilities for follow-up.
• Provide routine donor care according to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Recognize urgent or critical medical situations and escalate care to the Center Physician or local emergency medical providers when necessary.
• Document assessments, donor concerns, and relevant medical information in accordance with facility procedures.
• Maintain compliance with applicable clinical, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited or otherwise qualifying training program in one of the following fields:
  • Paramedicine
  • Nursing
  • Physician assistant studies
  • Medicine
  • Chiropractic medicine
  • Naturopathic medicine
• At least one year of relevant healthcare experience.
• Ability to perform and interpret physical assessments, including evaluating heart and lung sounds and identifying signs that may indicate drug use or other medical concerns.
• Current licensure or certification appropriate to the professional role and applicable local requirements.

Additional Licensing Requirements

• Graduates of foreign allopathic or osteopathic medical schools must meet the applicable physician licensing or state EMT certification requirements described in the job posting.
• For positions in New York, current state licensure or certification as an RN, MD, or DO is required in the state of employment or a reciprocal state, as specified by the employer.
• Requirements may differ depending on local laws, educational credentials, and the location of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a plasma donation center, whole-blood collection facility, or another regulated healthcare environment.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate medical information clearly and professionally to donors and colleagues.
• Familiarity with standard operating procedures, donor eligibility guidelines, and clinical documentation.

Work Environment

This position operates in a regulated plasma collection setting where donor eligibility, clinical assessment, and medical safety are central priorities. The employee works closely with center leadership and other healthcare staff to support safe donation procedures and respond to medical concerns.

Specific responsibilities and qualifications may vary according to state regulations, educational requirements, and facility policies.