Blood Center Operations Technician: Donor & Product Flow

Vitalant; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K + 5% company match

Tuition assistance up to $5k per year

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Paid time off

Employee Resource Groups

Recognition and perks

Job summary

Vitalant is seeking a Center Operations Technician at PlasmaSource in Aurora, IL to support the phlebotomy floor and blood product processing. You will assist Blood Collections Specialists and donors while maintaining inventory and ensuring smooth post-collection processing.

This role offers a base pay range and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities to advance in a vital non-profit network focused on blood safety and donor service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Associate’s degree in biology, medical technology, supply chain management, or related field; or equivalent education/experience required.
• Valid in state driver’s license required.
• Previous experience in blood banking, medical laboratory, or healthcare warehouse preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FDA, AABB, cGMP) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be a part of something new in your area.
• Support the efficient workflow of the phlebotomy floor and blood product processing.
• Maintain inventory.
• Equipment QC (lab) production area.

Skills

Donor engagement

Inventory management

Equipment QC

Education

High School diploma

Associate’s degree in biology / medical technology / supply chain management

Job description

Vitalant is seeking a Center Operations Technician at PlasmaSource in Aurora, IL to support the phlebotomy floor and blood product processing. You will assist Blood Collections Specialists and donors while maintaining inventory and ensuring smooth post-collection processing.

This role offers a base pay range and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities to advance in a vital non-profit network focused on blood safety and donor service.