Blood Collection Specialist

1 month ago


Effingham, United States American Red Cross Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Blood Collection Staff to join our team at the American Red Cross. As a Blood Collection Staff, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient collection of blood donations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with our team to transport and set up equipment at blood collection sites in local communities.
  • Create a welcoming and comfortable environment for volunteer donors, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the donation process.
  • Follow all safety procedures while collecting lifesaving blood donations that are delivered to hospitals.
  • Utilize your healthcare and/or customer service skills to assist with every step of the blood collection process.
What You'll Need
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Customer service experience and effective verbal communication skills are essential.
  • A current, valid driver's license with a good driving record is required.
  • Physical requirements include the ability to lift, push or pull heavy weights up and down ramps and stairs, good manual dexterity, and the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior healthcare or phlebotomy experience (CNA, MA, EMT, etc.)
  • Prior leadership experience
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Health spending accounts and flexible spending accounts
  • PTO: starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA status and tenure
  • Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
  • 401K with match
  • Paid family leave
  • Employee assistance
  • Disability and insurance: short and long term
  • Service awards and recognition
About the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization that prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies. We are part of the world's largest volunteer network found in 187 countries.



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