Phlebotomist

Screening donors and performing phlebotomy procedures contribute to collecting plasma that transforms into medicines for patients with rare diseases. This essential role ensures donor safety and conducts vital sign monitoring and finger stick tests before collection. The work directly impacts lives by securing high-quality supplies for life-saving treatments.

Takeda, via its BioLife Plasma Services subsidiary, manages plasma donation centers that produce specialty pharmaceuticals and support programs for patients. The organization focuses on patient care innovation and operates globally with over 33,000 employees. It fosters an inclusive environment committed to better health outcomes.

Responsibilities include answering phones, greeting and focusing on donors, screening new and repeat donors, recording vital signs and finger stick results, using the Donor Information System, preparing donor charts, maintaining records, and coordinating compensation. Workers monitor freezer temperatures, prepare shipments, manage supplies, and initiate process improvements with tools like 5S. Collaborates with center manager, team members for safety, and donors for exceptional service. Physical demands involve standing all shift, lifting up to 32 pounds, bending, and prolonged glove wear due to bloodborne pathogen exposure.

Starting pay is $16 per hour, part-time schedule with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays in West Des Moines, Iowa. Eligible benefits encompass medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time, company holidays, 80 hours of sick time yearly, and 120 hours of vacation accrue for new hires. Offers include short-term incentives and well-being initiatives.