Nonprofit
Published 10/27/25 9:55AM

Like to drive? Volunteer to drive life-saving blood from blood drives to area hospitals with the American Red Cross!

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Birmingham, AL
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  • Details

    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cause Areas:
    Disaster Relief, Health & Medicine, Philanthropy, Transportation, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided

    Description

    Volunteer to transport blood donations from our donor center to local hospitals!

    Opportunity:

    Blood Services: Transportation Specialist - Hospital Deliveries

    Purpose:

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

    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.

    Qualifications:

    • Willingness to support the Red Cross mission
    • Valid state driver's license and 3 years driving experience
    • Familiarity with geographic area and driving routes
    • Able to verify safe driving record (MVR)
    • Current insurance and state registration required if using own vehicle
    • Ability to lift 45 lbs.
    • Successful completion of American Red Cross Defensive Driving course upon acceptance in position

    Requirements:

    • Orientation to the American Red Cross
    • American Red Cross Defensive Driving Course
    • Transportation Specialist Guidebook Training
    • Volunteer Connection scheduling training and tutorial
    • On the job training

    Time Commitment:

    • 2+ shifts per month

    Development Opportunities:

    • Gain valuable training/experience while providing an invaluable service to the community
    • Validate driving experience for resume
    • Opportunity to become a volunteer leader

    TO APPLY:

    http://redcross.org/deliver

    Please email me with any questions or for more information:

    sandy.zuiderhoek@redcross.org or call/text 334-201-1620

    Location

    On-site

    Blood Donor Center

    700 Caldwell Trace, Birmingham, AL 35242, United States

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