Phlebotomist - No Experience Required - Paid Training

American Red Cross • Danvers, MA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

The American Red Cross is hiring a Phlebotomist in Danvers, Massachusetts, and provides paid training for candidates without healthcare experience. The role supports blood donors throughout the donation process and helps collect and manage blood products in accordance with safety and quality standards. Staff work as a team at mobile community blood drives, including setting up and taking down equipment, and travel to drive locations in Red Cross or personal vehicles. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

The schedule varies according to donor and community needs and may be Monday–Friday, Tuesday–Saturday, or Sunday–Thursday. Schedules are provided 2–3 weeks in advance. Work may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional overnight travel. Pay is $20.55 per hour, with a $3,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Customer service experience and effective verbal communication skills.
• Current, valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• 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; and ability to adapt to long, irregular hours and frequent schedule changes.
• May need to meet a minimum height of 60 inches to safely operate Red Cross vehicles.
• DOT certification may be required at some locations. If required, 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 and provide outstanding customer service.
• Collect blood and manage blood products according to 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.
• $3,000 sign-on bonus.
• Mileage reimbursement for travel to community blood drive locations.
• Paid training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED