PLACEMENT PURPOSE To transport blood and blood products from various sites (community blood drives) to the laboratory in Philadelphia for processing. Some plasma donations may be used to treat patients of COVID, emphasizing the critical need to safely transport this product.
OPEN TIME DAYS Variable; preferred commitment: 2 shifts/month
REQUIRED TRAINING
Orientation to American Red Cross
Transportation Specialist Training On-the-job training
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Description
Every single day, the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies. Whether it's one displaced family, thousands of disaster victims, or providing care and comfort to an ill or injured service member or veteran or support to a military family member, our vital work is made possible by people like you. It is through the time and care of ordinary people that we can do extraordinary things.
Health & Medicine
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Various LocationsUnion, NJ07083
(40.68431,-74.25314)
DATE POSTED
January 29, 2021
SKILLS
Delivery
Transportation
GOOD FOR
People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
Driver's License Needed
Background Check
Must be at least 18
Orientation or Training
Shifts average 5 hours each, which include time to drive from your home to a blood drive, then drive to the blood to Philadelphia and home.
·Valid state driver's license and 3 years driving experience
·Able to verify safe driving record (MVR)
·Current insurance and state registration required if using own vehicle
·Ability to lift 45 lbs
