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Blood Transportation Specialist - Urgent Volunteer needs!
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Descripción
Ever wanted to save a life?
In this challenging moment, the American Red Cross needs your help. Join us as a volunteer Driver to deliver life-saving blood to those in need.
Give, deliver and receive blood, is safe.
The Red Cross collects and provides about 40% of the nation’s blood supply to hospitals and now is facing a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented number of blood drive cancellations during this coronavirus outbreak. As a Driver, you will deliver pre-packaged blood products from a Red Cross center to hospitals, using a Red Cross vehicle.
Why is this position important?
When you deliver blood products to a hospital, you’re delivering hope to a person when they need it most. We serve cancer patients, premature babies, trauma victims, and so many more.
Time commitment:1 shift/month (typical shift = 4 hours)
Shifts available 7 days/week, mornings, afternoons, and evenings
Qualifications:
- Valid driver's license
- Feel and being healthy
- 21+ years old (60 years old limit)
- Can lift a box from a vehicle to hand cart (box may weigh <45 lbs.)
Safety measures:
- Constant cleaning and disinfecting surfaces
- Gloves supply
Volunteer with a friend or family member! Drivers can be assisted by Navigators, who ride in the vehicle and assist with directions or any other way needed.
Join us today and make the difference in your community!
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Cómo participar como voluntario(a) en esta oportunidad
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the American Red Cross!
Please complete the volunteer application using the link provided. Once submitted, you will receive an email from the Red Cross with instructions to schedule your volunteer screening.
For assistance, contact Kelsey Holdway, Recruitment Manager, at kelsey.holdway@redcross.org.
Thank you for your willingness to make a difference in your community!
