Phlebotomist – No Experience Required- Paid Training
About The Position
The American Red Cross is hiring a Phlebotomist to support community blood drives. No healthcare experience is required; paid training is provided to build the skills needed to collect blood donations. The role involves traveling throughout the Cleveland, Ohio community, meeting donors, and helping deliver a safe, positive donation experience. Schedules vary according to donor and community needs and are provided 2–3 weeks in advance. Work may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and some holidays. Employees work as a team to set up and take down equipment at mobile blood drive locations. The position may involve driving Red Cross or personal vehicles to those locations; mileage reimbursement is provided. The role requires customer service and communication skills, basic computer skills, and the ability to meet the physical and schedule demands of mobile blood drives. DOT certification may be required, including passing an applicable physical and related requirements and possessing or obtaining a medical certification valid for at least one year.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Customer service experience and effective verbal communication skills.
- Current, valid driver's license and a good driving record.
- Ability to lift, push, or pull heavy weights up and down ramps and stairs.
- Good manual dexterity.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
- Ability to adapt to long, irregular hours and frequent schedule changes.
- May require a minimum height of 60 inches to safely operate Red Cross vehicles.
- Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- DOT certification may be required; candidates identified for an offer must pass applicable DOT physical and related requirements and be able to possess or obtain a medical certification of at least one-year duration.
Nice To Haves
- Prior healthcare or phlebotomy experience, such as CNA, MA, or EMT experience.
- Prior leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Welcome and support blood donors throughout the donation process.
- Build meaningful connections with donors and provide outstanding customer service.
- Collect blood and manage blood products in accordance with safety and quality standards.
- Work with teammates to create a positive donor experience.
- Set up and tear down equipment at mobile blood drive locations.
- Drive Red Cross or personal vehicles to community blood drive locations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with up to 6% match.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Paid family leave.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Employee assistance program.
- Recognition and service awards.
- Mileage reimbursement for travel to community blood drive locations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
