Plasma Center Technician

Takeda•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

The Plasma Center Technician supports plasma center operations by screening donors and performing phlebotomy. The role involves collecting high-quality plasma used to make medicines, while maintaining a commitment to donor service, safety, and quality. The position reports to the Plasma Center Manager and includes paid, interactive training. This is a part-time role, with most shifts lasting 4 to 6 hours per day on 3 or more days per week. Availability and shift times are confirmed early in the interview process, and schedule changes are communicated in advance. The role may involve a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift.
Ability 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 for 90% of work tasks due to potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens (risk level 1).

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience in a customer- or patient-facing role.

Responsibilities

Answer phones and greet and assist donors while ensuring the safety of donors and team members.
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.