Entry-Level Blood Collection Tech (Paid Training)

American Red Cross; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401K with up to 6% company match

PTO: Starting 15 days a year

Holidays: 11 paid holidays

Job summary

The American Red Cross is seeking dedicated staff in Indiana to support mobile blood drives. No experience is required; paid training is provided as you join the world’s leading humanitarian network.

You will engage donors, set up equipment at collection sites, and ensure a welcoming atmosphere while following safety and regulatory procedures to deliver life-saving blood donations to hospitals.

Qualifications

• 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.
• DOT certification is required, you must pass applicable DOT physical and related requirements and be able to possess or obtain a medical certification of at least one-year duration.
• 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.
• At the American Red Cross, we conduct many mobile blood drives at businesses, schools and many other locations. All staff work as a team to setup and tear down the equipment required to conduct a mobile blood drive.

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 is seeking dedicated staff in Indiana to support mobile blood drives. No experience is required; paid training is provided as you join the world’s leading humanitarian network.

You will engage donors, set up equipment at collection sites, and ensure a welcoming atmosphere while following safety and regulatory procedures to deliver life-saving blood donations to hospitals.