Blood Collection Driver

Global Roles; Waterloo, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Roles is seeking a Blood Collection Driver to transport supplies, equipment, blood products, and staff to mobile donation sites. You will assist with setup/teardown, ensure donor comfort, and uphold safety and regulatory standards throughout collection activities.

You will load/unload vehicles, connect with donors, and collaborate with the team to maintain a welcoming environment. A valid license, strong communication, and physical stamina are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Customer service experience and strong verbal communication skills are required.
• A current, valid driver's license with a good driving record is required.
• Must be able to lift, push or pull heavy items and work long/irregular hours.
• Prior healthcare or phlebotomy experience is preferred.
• Prior leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles to transport supplies, equipment, blood products and staff to mobile sites.
• Load and unload trucks and other vehicles.
• Engage with donors to explain the impact of donation and create a welcoming environment.
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure a friendly atmosphere for donors.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety in blood collection processes.
• Set up and tear down equipment at donation sites.

Skills

Customer Service

Verbal Communication

Valid Driver's License

Safe Vehicle Operation

Physical Strength

Manual Dexterity

Regulatory Compliance

Blood Collection Assistance

Equipment Setup

Healthcare Experience

Phlebotomy Knowledge

Leadership Experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Basic Computer Knowledge

Job description

The Blood Collection Driver is responsible for transporting supplies, equipment, blood products, and staff to mobile blood collection sites. The role includes assisting with setup and teardown of equipment, creating a welcoming environment for donors, and ensuring safety and regulatory compliance during blood collection.

Responsibilities

• Drive blood collection vehicles to transport required supplies, equipment, blood products and staff to and from mobile sites
• Load and unload trucks and other vehicles
• Take the time to personally connect with donors – listen to their stories and help them understand how impactful their donation is
• Collaborate with your teammates to create a welcoming and friendly environment so our volunteer donors feel comfortable coming back again and again
• Be detailed oriented all day, every day to ensure that the blood collected meets goals, regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused
• Work with the team to setup and tear down equipment at the donation sites

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• Customer service experience and effective verbal communication skills are required
• A current, valid driver's license with a good driving record is required
• Physical requirements may include the ability to lift, push or pull heavy weights up and down ramps and stairs, good manual dexterity, the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and adapt to long, irregular hours and frequent schedule changes are required
• Position may require a minimum height of 60 inches to ensure the ability to safely operate Red Cross vehicles
• Basic computer skills are required
• Must be proficient with Microsoft office applications
• Prior healthcare or phlebotomy experience (CNA, MA, EMT, etc.) is preferred
• Prior leadership experience is preferred

Skills

• Customer Service
• Verbal Communication
• Valid Driver's License
• Safe Vehicle Operation
• Physical Strength
• Manual Dexterity
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Basic Computer Knowledge
• Healthcare Experience
• Phlebotomy Knowledge
• Equipment Setup
• Regulatory Compliance
• Blood Collection Assistance

Languages

English