Mobile Blood Drive Assistant - Paid Phlebotomy Training

American Red Cross; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

HSA/FSA

PTO: 15 days starting

11 paid holidays

401(k) with 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

The American Red Cross in Waterloo, IA is hiring a phlebotomist to assist with every step of the blood collection process, ensuring a welcoming donor environment and strict safety procedures. Paid phlebotomy training is provided to grow healthcare skills within the organization.

Responsibilities include connecting with donors, collaborating with teammates, and maintaining accuracy to meet regulatory standards.

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.
• Physical requirements may include lifting, pushing or pulling heavy weights, use ramps and stairs, good manual dexterity, sit or stand for long periods, adapt to irregular hours and frequent schedule changes. Position may require a minimum height of 60 inches to safely operate Red Cross vehicles.
• All staff work as a team to set up and tear down equipment required for mobile blood drives.
• Basic computer skills are required. Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

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 detail 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 work with the team to set up and tear down equipment at the donation sites. The position may require a minimum height of 60 inches to safely operate Red Cross vehicles.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The American Red Cross in Waterloo, IA is hiring a phlebotomist to assist with every step of the blood collection process, ensuring a welcoming donor environment and strict safety procedures. Paid phlebotomy training is provided to grow healthcare skills within the organization.

Responsibilities include connecting with donors, collaborating with teammates, and maintaining accuracy to meet regulatory standards.