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Blood Transportation Volunteer
Employer
American Red Cross - Greater Carolinas RegionStart Date
December 8, 2021Location
Charlotte (Rock Hill routes also available), North CarolinaPosition Description
Blood Transportation Specialists literally SAVE LIVES with every shift you volunteer!
The Red Cross Transportation Specialists play a very important role in ensuring an ample blood supply for patients in need is available. A Transportation Specialist is a specially selected and trained volunteer who transports blood and blood products to hospitals for patient use as well as delivering them to the Red Cross offices for processing.
Transportation Volunteers:
• Transport lifesaving blood from the American Red Cross Blood Donation Center to area hospitals.
• Gain valuable training/experience while providing an invaluable service to the community.
• Morning and evening routes are available. Some routes are 3 hours and some routes are 6 hours; Most volunteers drive at least twice a month.
• Use of Red Cross owned and branded vehicles for routes.
• All training is provided free of charge, including CPR/First Aid
• Defensive Driving Aid training for qualified volunteers.
Required Experience
Qualifications:• Valid state driver’s license
• 3+ years licensed driving experience with clean record
• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds
Note: Safety First! Our need for volunteers is constant and our guidelines reflect the latest CDC safety recommendations and follow the national and local government laws. COVID-19 vaccination will be required for in-person volunteer roles beginning January 3, 2022
Learn more and apply online at: redcross.org/deliver
