Plasma Center Technician

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited.; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

401(k) plan and company match

Paid volunteer time off

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited. is looking for a part-time Phlebotomy Technician in Modesto, CA. This role involves greeting donors, performing phlebotomy, and ensuring donor safety. The job requires relevant certifications and a commitment to customer service. Flexible shifts are offered to accommodate a busy lifestyle. Competitive hourly wage starting at $19.00, with a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, and retirement benefits available for U.S. based employees.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand and walk for entire shifts.
• Experience in a customer or patient-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Greet donors and ensure their safety.
• Record donor vital signs and finger-stick results.
• Prepare donor charts and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Customer service

Phlebotomy techniques

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

California Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1 License (CPT1)

California Certified Phlebotomy Technician 2 License (CPT2)

California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (CLS)

California Medical Laboratory Technician License (MLT)

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 will confirm your availability and shift days early in the interview process. You will always be informed about any schedule changes in advance. Our patients depend on the plasma we collect, so your reliability during scheduled hours is valued. The role is designed with the understanding that flexibility on both sides is key.

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

This role requires that all individuals on the team hold one of the following current/active certifications: California Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1 License (CPT1), California Certified Phlebotomy Technician 2 License (CPT2), California Clinical Laboratory Scientist License (CLS), or California Medical Laboratory Technician License (MLT).

Take this virtual tour to get a sneak peek of one of our Plasma Donation Centers.

About the role

Every day, the donors you meet will motivate you. The high‑quality plasma you collect will become life‑changing medicines. 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.

How you will contribute

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

What you bring to Takeda

• 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, reach above shoulders and below knees.
• Ability to lift up to 5 lbs.; occasional lifting 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.
• One or more years minimum experience working in a customer or patient‑facing role is helpful.
• Current license or certification in the state where duties will be assigned: Certified Phlebotomy Technician 1 (CPT1), Certified Phlebotomy Technician 2 (CPT2), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS), or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT).

What Takeda can offer you

We offer a purposeful environment, a supportive team, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program including retirement benefits, medical/dental, family leave, disability insurance and more, all in a fast‑paced, friendly environment.

More about us

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best‑in‑class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient‑focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life‑changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation and strives for excellence. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace with an unwavering commitment to provide better health and a brighter future to people worldwide.

Compensation and Benefits Summary

Location: USA – CA – Modesto

U.S. Starting Hourly Wage: $19.00

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

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives, 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 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.

Locations

USA – CA – Modesto

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub‑Type

Regular

Time Type

Part time

Job Exempt

No