Blood Transport Volunteers (Luzerne County)
ORGANIZATION: American Red Cross - Greater Pennsylvania Region
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Help deliver life saving blood!
Responsibilities:
Transport finished blood or blood products to hospital customers as routine or "stat" deliveries.
Some of the hospitals we deliver to:
Pocono Medical Center
Wilkes-Barre General VA
Regional Hospital in Scranton, PA
Moses Taylor
Wilkes-Barre General in Williamsport
·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.
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
Qualifications:
Available for morning shifts, 6:30 am, 7 am or 7:30 am
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
Following CDC Guidelines
3 Shifts
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morning /
06:30 AM to 11:45 AM
End time varies on drive completion
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morning /
07:00 AM to 11:45 AM
End time varies on drive completion
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morning /
07:30 AM to 11:45 AM
End time varies on drive completion
- NONE OF THESE TIMES WORK FOR ME, BUT I CAN STILL HELP
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About American Red Cross - Greater Pennsylvania Region
Location:
701 Centre Ave., Reading, PA 19601, US
Mission Statement
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
The American Red Cross exists to provide compassionate care to those in need. Our network of generous donors, volunteers and employees share a mission of preventing and relieving suffering, here at home and around the world, through five key service areas:
Disaster Relief
Supporting America's Military Families
Collect lifesaving blood
Health and Safety
International Services
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Wilkes-Barre General HospitalWilkes-Barre, PA 18705
DATE POSTED
June 10, 2021
SKILLS
- Transportation
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Available for morning shifts, 6:30 am, 7 am or 7:30 am
- Minimum age and background check requirements vary by position