Save Lives by Driving Blood to Local Area Hospitals

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Description

Transport blood and blood products throughout the Greater Houston Area. This opportunity is available 7 days a week and 24 hours/day.

This is a great opportunity for those who want to combine service with some alone time or for couples who would like to volunteer together.

Key Responsibilities

  • Distribute blood to area hospitals as routine or "stat" deliveries
  • Transport blood and blood products from blood collection sites to the laboratory for processing
  • Pick up and return boxes as needed
  • Complete required paperwork and obtain signatures
  • Communicate and share feedback between Red Cross personnel and customers
  • Drive in a safe and responsible manner

Qualifications

  • Willingness to support Red Cross mission
  • Valid state driver’s license – 3 years driving experience
  • Familiarity with geographic area 
  • Able to verify safe driving records with state or insurance
  • Experience to demonstrate reliability
  • Ability to lift up to 45 lbs. (for hospital deliveries)
  • Successful completion of  American Red Cross Defensive Driving Course (within 6 months of placement)

Time Commitment

  • Volunteer must commit to taking one driving shift per month
  • Length of Time Varies based on distance from Headquarters
  • Shifts available 7 days a week

To Volunteer

Register at www.redcross.org/volunteer  Search I want to deliver life saving blood to local hospitals in Houston when in the Opportunities step. 

Details

Get Connected Icon 21 and older
Get Connected Icon Is Not Family Friendly
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Inclement Weather Plan: We deliver blood everyday.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Wheelchair Accessible

Location

Get Connected Icon American Red Cross
2700
Houston, TX  77098