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New York Blood Center Inc

Driver

Rye, NY · On-site

$29.10/hr

Manage Blood Transport: collaborate with your colleagues to safely transport and deliver blood and ... A valid/clean driver's license. * The ability to meet Department of Transportation (DOT)regulations.

New York Blood Center Inc

Driver

Rye, NY

$29.10/hr

Manage Blood Transport: collaborate with your colleagues to safely transport and deliver blood and ... A valid/clean driver's license. * The ability to meet Department of Transportation (DOT)regulations.

New York Blood Center Inc

Driver

Rye, NY · On-site

$29.10/hr

Manage Blood Transport: collaborate with your colleagues to safely transport and deliver blood and ... A valid/clean driver's license. * The ability to meet Department of Transportation (DOT)regulations.

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How much do blood transport driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for blood transport driver in the United States is $20.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Blood Transport Drivers?

Blood Transport Drivers are professionals responsible for safely transporting blood, blood products, and related medical specimens between hospitals, blood banks, laboratories, and clinics. They ensure that these critical materials are handled with care, kept at proper temperatures, and delivered promptly to maintain their integrity and usability. Blood Transport Drivers play a vital role in healthcare logistics, supporting lifesaving treatments and emergency responses by maintaining a reliable supply chain for blood and related products.

What is the difference between Blood Transport Driver vs Medical Courier?

AspectBlood Transport DriverMedical Courier
CredentialsDriver's license, sometimes specialized trainingDriver's license, often similar certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, blood banks, laboratoriesHospitals, clinics, medical offices
Industry UsageTransporting blood and biological samplesDelivering medical supplies and equipment

Both Blood Transport Drivers and Medical Couriers require similar driving credentials and often operate within healthcare settings. However, Blood Transport Drivers specifically focus on transporting blood and biological materials, while Medical Couriers handle a broader range of medical supplies. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and certifications.

What are some common challenges faced by Blood Transport Drivers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Blood Transport Drivers often encounter challenges such as managing strict delivery timelines, ensuring the safe handling of sensitive biological materials, and navigating traffic or adverse weather conditions. To manage these challenges, drivers are trained to follow rigorous protocols for temperature control and chain-of-custody documentation, and they frequently communicate with dispatch and hospital staff to coordinate timely deliveries. Staying organized, following established safety procedures, and being adaptable in unpredictable situations are key to success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Blood Transport Driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Blood Transport Driver, you need a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, knowledge of safe blood handling procedures, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, temperature-controlled transport equipment, and chain-of-custody documentation is typically required. Reliability, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help ensure timely and accurate deliveries while maintaining safety protocols. These competencies are crucial for safeguarding the integrity of blood products and supporting critical medical needs.
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Infographic showing various Blood Transport Driver job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,891 per year, or $20.1 per hour.
Mobile Blood Bus Drivers Needed - CDL

Mobile Blood Bus Drivers Needed - CDL

Innovative Blood Resources

Duluth, MN

$27/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

This is an informational job posting only.  We fill this role often and are continously looking for exceptional candidates.  Please provide your qualifications by applying below or joining our talent community so we might reach out to you for future opportunities. What we offer:
  • Competitive Pay: $27.00/hour (plus shift differentials)
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, Tuition Reimbursement, 403 (b) Retirement Plan, 15 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days and 6 Holidays
  • Make a Difference: Be a crucial part of our mission to save lives and support our community.
  • Growth Opportunities: Gain valuable experience in the healthcare industry and grow in a supportive environment.
About the role:

Are you a skilled driver with a heart for service? We’re looking for dedicated drivers who will be instrumental in achieving our blood collection goals and supporting our life-saving mission.

This position is a unique opportunity to use a range of your CDL skills by transporting mobile blood bus as well as employing customer service skills to ensure successful blood drives. Drivers will ensure safe and on-time delivery of the vehicle to the scheduled site followed by return to the garage.  Maintains adequate inventory of supplies on vehicles and ensure that vehicles are clean.  Performs customer service role during blood drives.  Every day, you will make a measurable difference by helping save lives through the efficient setup, operation, and takedown of mobile blood drives and safe transport of blood donations

Schedule:

Variable schedule: Monday - Friday with rotating weekends.  May be scheduled between 5:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m as well as some overnight travel

What you’ll do:
  • Manage Blood Transport:  Safely transport and deliver mobile blood bus, equipment, and blood products from drives to ensure they reach their destination in top condition. A successful driver will also need exceptional problem-solving skills to manage weather, traffic, or road related driving challenges and report any issues to management.
  • Support Blood Drive Operations: Help set up and take down mobile blood drives with ease and efficiency.
  • Assist and Serve: Provide excellent customer service to donors and team members.
  • Handle Various Tasks: Be ready to tackle additional tasks as they come up to support our team during the drive with a “can-do” approach to meet our mission of saving lives.

What you'll need:
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Demonstrated experience driving a truck, bus, coach, or large cargo vehicle.
  • A valid/clean CDL class A or B with airbrakes driver’s license
  • Current Medical Card or ability to pass a DOT physical
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs and accurately follow instructions
  • Provide all commercial driving positions held within the past ten years, if any

About Us:

Founded in 1948, Memorial Blood Centers have served Minnesota and Wisconsin for more than 75 years, delivering more than 125,000 lifesaving blood products annually to 50+ hospitals, EMS and healthcare partners. MBC is part of New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), which spans 17+ states and delivers one million blood products to 400+ U.S. hospitals annually. NYBCe additionally delivers cellular therapies, specialty pharmacy, and medical services to 200+ research, academic and biopharmaceutical organizations. NYBCe’s Lindsley F. Kimball Research Institute is a leader in hematology and transfusion medicine research, dedicated to the study, prevention, treatment and cure of bloodborne and blood-related diseases. MBC serves as a vital community lifeline dedicated to helping patients and advancing global public health. To learn more, visit mbc.org. Connect with us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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