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Terrible work/ life balance. - Blood Collection Technician American Red Cross Employee Review

3.0
Jun 3, 2025
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Pros

Nice to work in a different place each day and help donors give the gift of wellness...sometimes life to recipients.

Cons

Alot. Poor working conditions and management. Cliques and bullying allowed. Different trainers with different rules/guidelines everyday, inconsistencies. Zero work/life balance, run short staffed, so more work for those reporting to work. Heavy work loading & unloading trucks each shift and setting up & breaking down the entire mobile clinic each day. Enjoy lunch at 10 am so they don't have to give you a 30 min break during the blood drive. Alot of time in the car.

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5.0
Apr 16, 2026
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Pros

My experience working with the Red Cross has been great. The work is fulfilling and the people are passionate. Benefits are good - Kaiser is $6 a month!

Cons

There is work life balance, but there is an expectation to work nights and weekends.

4.0
Jun 15, 2026
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Pros

Flexible remote hours, supportive team that treats volunteers as contributors rather than interns, and a low-pressure environment

Cons

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