Entry Level Phlebotomy

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited.; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid, interactive training program

Health insurance options

401(k) plan and company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited. is seeking a part-time Phlebotomist in Davenport, Iowa. This role includes collecting plasma and providing high-quality customer service during the donation process. Candidates will work part-time, with shifts typically lasting 4 to 6 hours for 3+ days a week.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in customer-facing roles. Benefits include competitive hourly wage of $17.00 and eligibility for various health benefits.

Qualifications

• 1 or more years minimum experience working in a customer or patient facing role is helpful.
• Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift.
• Will work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Greet donors as they enter and exit the donor floor.
• Perform venipuncture of donors and programming of plasmapheresis machine.
• Monitor donors during the donation process.

Skills

Customer service

Venipuncture

Fine motor coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

At BioLife, we know that flexibility matters—especially for those balancing multiple commitments. That's why we're dedicated to creating meaningful part-time opportunities for our team.

This role is truly part-time, with most shifts lasting between 4 to 6 hours a day, 3+ days per week—designed to fit your life.

We’ll confirm your availability and shift days and times early in the interview process. And, because we value open communication, you’ll always be informed about any schedule changes in advance.

Our patients depend on the plasma we collect, so your reliability during your scheduled hours is greatly valued. However, our part‑time roles are designed with the understanding that flexibility on both sides is key.

Whether you’re looking for extra income, a way to gain valuable experience, or a schedule that fits your busy life—BioLife welcomes part‑time team members just like you! Start strong with our paid, interactive training program!

Phlebotomist

About the Role

Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high‑quality plasma you collect will become life‑changing medicines. Here, a commitment to customer service and quality is expected. You will report to the Plasma Center Manager and will perform as a plasma donor screener and perform phlebotomy to support plasma center operations.

Responsibilities

• You will greet donors as they enter and exit the donor floor.
• You will perform venipuncture of donors and programming of plasmapheresis machine.
• You will monitor donors during the donation process and manage donor reactions.
• You will perform all tasks required for the setup, verification, operation, and troubleshooting of plasmapheresis equipment within scope of training.
• You will install, prime, and disconnect disposable sets on the plasmapheresis machines.
• You will stock supplies, break down empty cartons and assist with proper disposal.
• You will take and record donor pulse, blood pressure, and temperature measures and monitor electronic donor questionnaire system.
• You will perform finger sticks, test sample, and record other donor measures to include hematocrit, total protein, and weight.
• You will enter donor information into the Donor Information System (DIS).
• You will coordinate donors to donor floor and compensate donors using the Debit Card system.
• You will support the center management team in identifying operational opportunities for continuous improvement, initiating changes to center processes through use of company approved procedures including 5S, Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift.
• Will work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lean, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach above shoulders and below knees.
• Ability to lift to 5 lbs., and occasional lifting of materials up to 32 lbs. and rarely 50 lbs.
• Fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to hear equipment from a distance.
• Because of potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens (risk level 1), 90% of work tasks require prolonged glove wear.
• 1 or more years minimum experience working in a customer or patient facing role is helpful.

Compensation and Benefits Summary

U.S. Starting Hourly Wage: $17.00

The starting hourly wage reflects the actual starting rate for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.