Blood Donor Specialist - Customer Service - Paid Training

American Red Cross•Waterloo, IA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Blood Donor Specialist welcomes and supports blood donors throughout the donation process, provides customer service, collects blood, and manages blood products in accordance with safety and quality standards. The role works with a team to create a positive donor experience and supports community blood drives by setting up and transporting equipment. Travel is required to local blood drive locations using a Red Cross or personal vehicle. The position is onsite with local community travel in Waterloo, Iowa. Paid training is provided; healthcare experience is not required. The salary is $19.50, with pay potentially increasing based on experience, and the role offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus. The schedule varies based on donor and community needs and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional overnight travel. Schedules are provided two to three weeks in advance.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Customer service experience and strong people skills.
  • Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
  • Basic computer and Microsoft Office skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Ability to lift, move, and set up blood drive equipment.
  • The position may require a minimum height of 60 inches to safely operate Red Cross vehicles.

Nice To Haves

  • Prior healthcare or phlebotomy experience, such as CNA, MA, or EMT experience.
  • Interest in learning new skills, growing within the organization, and pursuing future leadership or career development opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome and support blood donors throughout the donation journey.
  • Deliver customer service and build donor relationships.
  • Collect blood and manage blood products in accordance with safety and quality standards.
  • Work with a team to create a positive donor experience.
  • Set up and transport equipment for community blood drives.
  • Travel to local blood drive locations using a Red Cross or personal vehicle.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) with up to 6% company match.
  • Paid time off, holidays, and family leave.
  • Health, wellness, and employee assistance programs.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Recognition awards.
  • $3,000 sign-on bonus.
  • Paid training.
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