Job Description

Job Description:


Are you seeking a full-time opportunity that makes a difference? Are you passionate about meeting new people? Do you want to have an impact in your community, across the country, and around the world? If your answer is yes, then we invite you to become a Blood Collections Driver/Loader for the American Red Cross!

From transporting and setting up blood collection equipment at work sites, to eventually assisting phlebotomists with the blood collection process (to cover cross training in health history (HH) vs. venipuncture (VP) as a Blood Collections Driver/Loader with the American Red Cross, you will work all aspects of blood drives at schools, offices & churches throughout STEVENS POINT, WI and the surrounding areas. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARYour paid training is a ix of classroom instruction and field practice. Pay for this union position is $17.15 per hour at hire with a possible increase to $17.26 per hour after the six-month probationary period and another increase to $18.66 per hour after one year of employment.

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Blood Collections Driver/Loader Job Responsibilities:

Balance production, donor care & quality requirements to meet daily blood collection goals

- Performs all types of donor health history screening and eligibility procedures or performs whole blood collection procedures (allogeneic, autologous, directed, automated red cell) donor collections

Take the time to personally connect with donors listen to their stories and help them understand the value of their donation

Be detail oriented all day, every day, to ensure that the blood you collect meets regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused

Remain flexible to work a highly variable schedule that includes early start times, late end times, weekends & holidays to meet the needs of our blood drive sponsors and donors

Take care of your team members show up for every shift and give 100% while youre there

Contribute to a friendly and fun environment. Team up with your co-workers to keep our donors coming back again and again

Interact in a positive, proactive and customer-focused manner with both internal and external customers, demonstrating care and compassion at all times

The aforementioned responsibilities of the Blood Collections Driver/Loader describe the general nature and level of work and are not an exhaustive list.

Blood Collections Driver/Loader Job Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Customer service experience, effective verbal communication, and public relations skills are required

Experience driving large vehicles strongly preferred

Ability to load, drive and unload vehicles with or without reasonable accommodation

Medical assistant or phlebotomy training preferred but not required

A current, valid driver's license and good driving record is required

Basic computer skills are desirable

DOT certification may be required in some locations. If required, must pass applicable DOT physical and related requirements and be able to possess or obtain a medical certification of at least one year duration

Physical requirements may include the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., occasionally physically assisting donors experiencing an adverse reaction, as well as pushing or pulling heavy weights up and down ramps and stairs (potentially up to 250 lbs in weight and with up to 75 degree angles). Physical requirements may be performed in adverse weather conditions

All staff work as a team to setup and tear down the equipment required to conduct a mobile blood drive. This involves loading/unloading of vehicles, pushing carts up to 250 lbs, setting up beds and handling many totes containing equipment and snacks for the donors

Flexibility to work long, irregular hours and frequent schedule changes is required



Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day.

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.



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Lifes emergencies dont stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission.

Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions.

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