Like to drive? Volunteer to drive life-saving blood from blood drives to area hospitals with the American Red Cross!

Volunteer to transport blood donations from our donor center to local hospitals!

Opportunity:

Blood Services: Transportation Specialist - Hospital Deliveries

Purpose:

To safely transport blood from collection sites to the lab for processing and/or deliver blood or blood products to hospital customers.

Responsibilities:

• Transport blood from collection site to Red Cross laboratory

• Transport finished blood or blood products to hospital customers as routine or “stat” deliveries.

• Pick up empty boxes from hospitals as necessary.

• Deliver supplies to blood collection sites as needed

• Complete required paperwork and obtain signatures as necessary

• Communicate with Red Cross staff on feedback from customers or any urgent issues.

• Drive in a safe and responsible manner as a representative of the American Red Cross.

Qualifications:

• Willingness to support the Red Cross mission

• Valid state driver's license and 3 years driving experience

• Familiarity with geographic area and driving routes

• Able to verify safe driving record (MVR)

• Current insurance and state registration required if using own vehicle

• Ability to lift 45 lbs.

• Successful completion of American Red Cross Defensive Driving course upon acceptance in position

Requirements:

• Orientation to the American Red Cross

• American Red Cross Defensive Driving Course

• Transportation Specialist Guidebook Training

• Volunteer Connection scheduling training and tutorial

• On the job training

Time Commitment:

• 2+ shifts per month

Development Opportunities:

• Gain valuable training/experience while providing an invaluable service to the community

• Validate driving experience for resume

• Opportunity to become a volunteer leader

TO APPLY:

http://redcross.org/deliver

Please email me with any questions or for more information:

sandy.zuiderhoek@redcross.org or call/text 334-201-1620