Organization
American Red Cross - Southern California Region

Drive Blood for the Red Cross!

Duration
Recruiting through Aug 17th
Location
Santa Ana, CA

Opportunity Details

Ongoing

In-Person

Recruiting through Aug 17th

Santa Ana, CA 92705

About this Opportunity

Safely transport blood from collection sites to the lab for processing and/or deliver blood or blood products to hospital customers.

Be a part of the Red Cross’ ability to provide about 40% of our nation’s blood and blood components!

Responsibilities:

  • Transport blood from collection site to Red Cross laboratory
  • Transport finished blood or blood products to hospital customers as routine or “stat” deliveries
  • Pick up empty boxes from hospitals as necessary
  • Deliver supplies to blood collection sites as needed
  • Complete required paperwork and obtain signatures as necessary
  • Communicate with Red Cross staff on feedback from customers or any urgent issues
  • Drive in a safe and responsible manner as a representative of the American Red Cross

Requirements: 

  • 2 shifts per month, for at least 6 months, preferably 1 year; each shift is about 5 hours long
  • Shifts start/end from the Pomona processing site (near CalPoly)
  • Valid state driver's license and 3 years of licensed driving experience, required
  • Familiarity with geographic area and driving routes, required
  • Able to verify safe driving record (Note: An MVR check will be completed as a part of the interview process for this position), required
  • Current insurance and state registration if using personal vehicle, required
  • Ability to lift 45 lbs, required
  • Successful completion of American Red Cross Transportation Specialist Training and Defensive Driving course upon acceptance in position, required
  • 18 years of age or older

Volunteer Locations in Pomona, California!

Apply here: https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org/?nd=lead&h=156&p=2133750 

Sign-up to volunteer today! Please email questions to Christina Gosling, the Sr. Volunteer Recruiter Specialist, at [email protected] or (714) 380-7263.

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