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BioLife Plasma Services Reviews
Hard Work
04/20/2025 - Maple Grove, MN
Pros
Always something to do, great job to help with getting venipuncture experience.
Cons
Long days, don't get paid an adequate amount for how much intense work you are constantly doing. Donors are rude and demanding.
Biolife
04/24/2025 - Denton, TX
Pros
Good benefits and really good coworkers
Cons
Uptight management and lots of work
Center supervisor
04/26/2025 - Lenexa, KS
Pros
Great team depending on centerGreat benefits
Cons
No work and life balance as mgmt
Lead Technician
03/05/2025 - Villa Park, IL
Pros
great benefits for full time employees
Cons
poor managementfavoritism of employeesdo not follow the SOP'sDo not encourage employees
Promotions from within
03/04/2025 - Addison, IL
Pros
Worked at BioLife for years and was promoted repeatedly for reliable attendance and following procedure strictly.
Cons
Work days can be long, high pressure and busy.
plasma cenetr tech
03/03/2025 - Richmond, TX
Pros
the job itself is very easy
Cons
the coworkers are just something else and the managers..
Amazing environment, lots of opportunities for growth!
03/03/2025 - Corona, CA
Pros
Flexible schedules, nice and friendly environment
Cons
Clinical experience is limited in the company, but there are many of opportunities for growth and development!
Good Job
03/16/2025 - Tallahassee, FL
Pros
Benefits and the good work hours
Cons
Understaffed and the horrible management!!!!!
Amazing Benefits
03/25/2025 - Des Moines, IA
Pros
Benefits, job advancement opportunities, bonuses, annual raises
Cons
Having to work multiple areas while trying to run your own department.
Non stressful working environment
03/10/2025 - Vista, CA
Pros
Non stressgood work life balancefriendly staff
Cons
repetitive and boringschedule is odd
Could be worse, could be better
03/16/2025 - Janesville, WI
Pros
The donors, developing managerial expertise, team building, benefits are sick
Cons
Repetitive task, high stress, high turnover, crazy hours, donors
Fast paced
03/01/2025 - Saint Paul, MN
Pros
Great for keeping busy and no down time so you’re never really bored. Always had extra hours available so great if you’re looking to make money as well
Cons
Standing for the whole shift can’t be tiring and being understaffed can be overwhelming
You need to be a specific kind of person for this place
03/15/2025 - null
Pros
- Benefits are phenomenal and immediate; sick policy is generous, health insurance is great, many reimbursements for things like fitness and tuition, and a point system you can use to buy things that would ordinarily be out-of-budget.- Work is fast-paced and repetitive, but is flavored by interactions with donors; you get to know these donors and have extended conversations with them. Many of my donors recognize me and ask me about updates in my life. If you enjoy doing the same tasks over and over, you will do just fine.- Management are generally helpful and laid-back, and several managers will come to help out during busy times. On multiple occasions they've stepped in to take over for me prevent me from staying late. The center manager even makes sure I have a day off from both school *and* work so I don't get burnt out.- Hours can be a bit tricky, but there's generally many available hours to work, and you don't go home at an unreasonable time.- Great way to get an entry-level job to start on higher qualifications, or get more experience under your belt.
Cons
- Understaffing is ever-present and ranges from mild to nightmarish, and can either be deliberate to fulfill some productivity quota or unavoidable due to call-outs/lack of trained staff. There are almost always more appointments than can be handled in a timely manner by employees. It won't be uncommon to be faced with long lines.- Donors can get irritated and even aggressive if they're ineligible for donation and can target this animosity at you. Some donors just want an extra few hundred to spend every month, and some feel the money for donation is life-or-death and get extremely defensive about it. I haven't experienced anything more than verbal backlash from donors in my time, though.- Some donors are just plain unpleasant, for any variety of reasons, but this is true of any customer-facing position, and is obviously outside of BioLife's control.- Shifts may be scheduled in a wonky way. Part-timers will often be scheduled for multiple 8 to 10 hour shifts; college students will typically be scheduled all day on weekends to meet the weekly 20+ hour requirement, which can make a school-work-life balance extremely difficult to maintain. This can be negotiated with but not always accommodated by management.- You're on your feet all day, and it can be pretty tiring on the back and legs. You are generally not allowed to sit down even if there's no donors around.- Training will either be rapid-fire and several hours of videos in one sitting, or take forever to get through. I signed up for one role, agreed to fill in for a time in another, have been here for six months, and still have not been trained for said role. I'm not in a rush, but it is annoying.- Judging by these other reviews, your experience will be very case-by-case and seems to depend a lot on the management of your specific location. Take that how you will.
Fine
03/15/2025 - Saint Louis, MO
Pros
Decent pay for work. Donors are nice.
Cons
Lots of call ins from staff
Findlay Management are Worthless
03/17/2025 - Findlay, OH
Pros
Insurance plan is top notch
Cons
MicromanagementSick days? Yes. Points against you for taking the? You bet. Favoritism No sense of teamwork
What are popular careers at BioLife Plasma Services?
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Phlebotomist
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Burn Center Nurse
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Licensed Practical Nurse
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Paramedic
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Screener
Screeners greet and assess donors. They ensure donors are healthy enough to give plasma. They collect information and check vital signs.
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Registered Nurse
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Data Center Technician
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Customer Service Representative
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Tire Center Supervisor
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Emergency Medical Technician
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Where is BioLife Plasma Services hiring?
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Pittsburgh, PA
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San Antonio, TX
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Milwaukee, WI
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Houston, TX
Houston offers numerous job opportunities in a dynamic and growing job market. The city’s diverse culture and friendly people create a positive work environment. Employees benefit from a supportive community that values teamwork.
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Green Bay, WI
Green Bay provides a community-oriented work environment with plenty of opportunities. The city’s friendly locals and rich heritage make it a great place to build a career. Employees enjoy a supportive atmosphere that encourages growth.
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Appleton, WI
Appleton offers a thriving job market with a welcoming community. The city’s strong sense of community and friendly people make it a great place to work. Employees feel supported and valued in a supportive environment.
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Spring, TX
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Kokomo, IN
Kokomo offers a supportive work environment with numerous job opportunities. The city’s friendly people and strong community spirit make it a rewarding place to work. Employees feel valued and supported in a collaborative setting.
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Greenfield, WI
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West Des Moines, IA
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