Blood Collection Team Member - Paid Phlebotomy Training

American Red Cross; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

HSA & FSA

PTO 15 days

Holidays

401K match

Paid family leave

EAP

Disability insurance

Service awards

Job summary

The American Red Cross in Fairfield, New Jersey is hiring for a phlebotomy-friendly role with paid training and no prior medical experience required. You will support blood collection sites, assist donors, and follow safety procedures to ensure lifesaving donations reach hospitals.

Starting pay is $21.19 per hour with a variable schedule including weekends and holidays. You’ll work with a team that values service, compassionate care, and community impact as you grow your healthcare skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Customer service experience and effective verbal communication skills are required.
• A valid driver's license with a good driving record is required.
• Ability to lift and move heavy weights and adapt to long irregular hours is required.
• Staff set up and tear down equipment for mobile drives.

Responsibilities

• 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. This ensures that the blood you collect meets goals, regulatory requirements and can be safely transfused.
• May drive Red Cross vehicles and you will work with the team to setup and tear down equipment at the donation sites. Position may require a minimum height of 60 inches to ensure the ability to safely operate Red Cross vehicles.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The American Red Cross in Fairfield, New Jersey is hiring for a phlebotomy-friendly role with paid training and no prior medical experience required. You will support blood collection sites, assist donors, and follow safety procedures to ensure lifesaving donations reach hospitals.

Starting pay is $21.19 per hour with a variable schedule including weekends and holidays. You’ll work with a team that values service, compassionate care, and community impact as you grow your healthcare skills.