American Red Cross BioMedical Transportation Specialist
American Red Cross: Arizona, New Mexico, El Paso Region
BioMed: Transportation Specialist
Location: Pima County
- 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.
- Time Commitment Variable; preferred commitment: 1 shift/month
- 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
- Length of Appointment
ongoing
- 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
- 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
About American Red Cross: Arizona, New Mexico, El Paso Region
Location:
4747 N. 22nd St. Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85015, 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
Every single day, the American Red Cross helps people in emergencies. Whether itﾒ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.