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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview):

When you join ourteamyou will be utilizing your healthcare and/or customer service skills to assist with every step of the blood collection process. This includes collaborating with your team to transport and setup equipment at the collection sites in local communities, creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for volunteer donors, and following all safety procedures while collecting lifesaving blood donations that are delivered to hospitals.

The Red Cross offers paid phlebotomy training with the ability to grow your healthcare skills and career within the nation's top humanitarian organization. To learn more about being a phlebotomist and the impact you can make in this position, watch this short video:rdcrss.org/lifesavingrole

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD (Key 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 safelytransfused

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 minimum height of 60 inches to ensure the ability to safely operate Red Cross vehicles.

Standard Schedule (Montgomery County, PA):

Variable hours; Sunday-Thursday, Monday-Friday, or Tuesday-Saturday

Two consecutive days off

To best meet the needs of our donors and community, staff work a variable schedule which may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. Overnight travel may be required in some locations.

Schedule is provided two to three weeks inadvance

Pay Information:

Starting rate $19.40/hr

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications):

High school diploma or equivalent required

Customer service experience and effective verbal communication skills arerequired

A current, valid driver's license with 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 is required.Position may require minimum height of 60 inches to ensure the ability to safely operate Red Cross vehicles.

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.

Basic computer skills are required. Must be proficient with Microsoft office applications.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE (Preferred Qualifications):

Prior healthcare or phlebotomy experience (CNA, MA, EMT, etc.)

Prior leadership experience

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.

Medical, Dental Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts

PTO:Starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA status andtenure

Holidays:11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays

401K with match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term

Service Awards and recognition

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The American Red Cross requires new hires in this location or position have at least one vaccination against COVID-19 as a condition of employment and commit to being fully vaccinated within six weeks of employment. Upon being hired, individuals will be required to submit proof of vaccination. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons, you may qualify for an exemption. If seeking an exemption, you will be required to submit documentation at the time of offer and your request must be approved prior to hire.