Plasma Center Technician

Takeda•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

The Plasma Center Technician supports plasma center operations by screening plasma donors and performing phlebotomy. The role involves donor-facing customer service, safety and quality-focused work, and maintaining accurate donor records. Technicians work a part-time schedule, typically 4 to 6 hours per shift, at least 3 days per week. Availability and shift days and times are confirmed early in the interview process, and schedule changes are communicated in advance. Paid interactive training is provided. The position reports to the Plasma Center Manager and is based in Gainesville, Florida.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to lean, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach above the shoulders and below the knees.
Ability to lift up to 5 pounds, occasionally lift materials up to 32 pounds, and rarely lift up to 50 pounds.
Fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to hear equipment from a distance.
Prolonged glove wear is required for 90% of work tasks because of potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens (risk level 1).

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in a customer- or patient-facing role.

Responsibilities

Answer phones and greet and focus on donors while ensuring donor and team safety.
Screen new and repeat donors and take and record donor vital signs and finger-stick results.
Use the Donor Information System, prepare donor charts, maintain accurate records, and coordinate donor compensation.
Identify operational opportunities for continuous improvement and initiate changes to center processes using company-approved procedures.
Work a variety of shifts, including Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.