Why Choose Us?
As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American
Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United
States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the
world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful
mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our
passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career
opportunity.
Work where your career is a force for good.
We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our
programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the
communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative,
respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a
culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn,
grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.
The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource
groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian
American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource
Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource
Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group,
these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to
important concerns and opinions.
At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview):
When you join our team you 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):
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Take the time to personally connect with donors – listen to their
stories and help them understand how impactful their donation is.
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Collaborate with your teammates to create a welcoming and friendly
environment so our volunteer donors feel comfortable coming back again
and again.
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Be detailed oriented all day, every day. This ensures that the blood
you collect meets goals, regulatory requirements and can be safely
transfused
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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.
