Driver - Hospital Services

About the Role

We are seeking a dependable and customer-focused Driver to join our hospital services team. The primary responsibility is to transport blood from donor locations to the Component Laboratory and deliver blood components to designated healthcare sites, all while keeping accurate records.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely deliver and return blood components to specified locations.
• Conduct visual inspections to verify labeling, numbering, and appearance meet quality control standards.
• Place returned blood units on designated shelves and report any abnormalities to supervisors or lab personnel.
• Use the Stoplight computer system to confirm consignments meet the correct date ranges and completeness.
• Complete all necessary documentation for shipments and returns properly.
• Follow vehicle safety policies, operating procedures, and all related protocols diligently.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Possession of a valid Texas Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Professional driving experience and/or formal training is needed.
• At least one year of experience in customer service roles is required.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands and arms frequently; may need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Capability to lift or move up to 50 pounds regularly, following safe lifting protocols.
• Must have good vision including color, peripheral, and depth perception and adjusting focus.
• Exposure to toxic chemicals, various weather conditions, blood products, and biohazard materials is expected.
• Potential contact with bloodborne pathogens like Hepatitis and HIV requires adherence to safety guidelines.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A meaningful role contributing directly to saving lives every day.

Work Culture and Values

• Live our Core Values: Commitment, Integrity, and Respect.
• Help create inspiring and impactful experiences for patients and colleagues.
• Adhere strictly to all company policies, including safety and reporting any violations.

Company Background

Since 1975, Gulf Coast Blood has been one of the largest nonprofit community blood centers in the U.S., serving 170 hospitals in 26 counties. Based in Houston, we operate 18 donor centers and conduct over 7,000 mobile blood drives annually, supporting the Texas Medical Center and providing critical cellular materials for medical and research purposes.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.