HELP NEEDED, Roanoke - Transport Life Saving Blood to Local Hospitals

Volunteer Drivers Needed to Deliver Lifesaving Blood Products to Local Hospitals

How does it feel to help save a life? This is your chance to find out! If you have a little free time, love driving, and enjoy meeting new people, the Red Cross has a great volunteer position for you.

About This Position

Are you a dependable, safe and courteous driver who can help us make this important delivery?

Volunteer Transportation Specialists deliver life-saving blood products from Red Cross distribution facilities to hospitals, using a Red Cross-owned vehicle. Volunteers should be able to commit to 2-4 shifts per month, before applying (or more if you can!). Typical shifts are about 4 hours.

You’ll also need to meet these important qualifications:

• Have a valid state driver's license and proof of insurance
• Have 3 years driving experience and a clean driving record
• Can lift up to 45 lbs.

The American Red Cross aspires to be an organization fully committed to diversity and inclusion by creating and maintaining a diverse, high-performing workforce of employees and volunteers who reflect all communities we serve; by cultivating a collaborative, inclusive and respectful work environment that empowers all contributors; and by leveraging diverse partnerships - all of which helps to ensure culturally competent service delivery supported by effective community leadership and engagement.

Watch our video to learn more: Biomedical Transportation Specialist