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Hospital Distribution Technician

Vitalant, Des Moines, IA, United States


At Vitalant, the impact you make doing work that is purposeful, meaningful, and worthwhile is vital. As a member of our non‑profit organization, you can be impact‑inspired to provide vital clinical services to communities nationwide, vital products to those in need of a donor’s generosity, or vital scientific research that advances blood safety worldwide.

Compensation Considerations
Receive, process and distribute blood products to transfusion facilities.

Work Shift (if Applicable)
Shift 2 (United States of America)

Job Description
Vitalant is seeking a Hospital Distribution Technician dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are customer-focused and impact-inspired to help others, and making a difference is vital for you, you’ll experience a career built on purpose, an organization created to care, and a team committed to lead – together.

Your impact as a Hospital Distribution Technician is vital. You will support Vitalant’s life‑saving mission by managing the inventory of blood and blood products and facilitate the packaging and shipment to local hospitals and patients. Whether you are just starting your career, or new to the blood banking industry, we’re here to train, mentor and help you grow.

What to Expect
Schedule: SUNDAY - THURSDAY 5:30 PM – 2:00 AM

Starting Pay: $16.45 – $17.15 based on experience + 9% Shift Differential

Benefits
Our comprehensive total rewards support you, your family, and your future with

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K + 5% company match

Tuition assistance up to $5 k per year

Free basic life and AD&D insurance

Free short‑and-long‑term disability insurance

Paid time off

Employee Resource Groups

Recognition and perks

Key Responsibilities

Receive, prepare, and ship routing, ASAP and STAT orders of blood and blood products, conducting a visual inspection of each product prior to shipment to ensure order accuracy.

Professionally and safely deliver products to Vitalant customers in company vehicle.

Communicate with customers regarding order fulfilment, turnaround times, and product availability.

Maintain accurate hospital service records for transactions and process fees.

Monitor all storage requirements, service equipment, and vehicle work areas.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required

Valid in‑state driver’s license

Six months of customer service experience required

Prior healthcare industry experience preferred

Able to lift 40 lbs

Location
1503 Bertrand Drive PO Box 3362 Lafayette, LA 70506

Job Category
Distribution Services

Contact Information
careers@vitalant.org

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