Blood and Supply Transportation Courier (Charleston)

The Blood Connection•Mount Pleasant, SC

24d

About The Position

A Blood and Supply Transportation Courier safely and promptly transports blood and blood components from The Blood Connection to transfusion facilities. The role also delivers raw materials and supplies to and from satellite centers and mobile collection sites. The courier maintains accurate documentation, follows regulatory standards, and provides excellent customer service to hospitals, satellite centers, internal teams, and the public. Available schedules are Thursday–Sunday, Monday–Thursday, or Tuesday–Friday from 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.; Monday–Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.; and Monday–Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Pay is $16.90 per hour plus shift differentials: an additional $1.50 per hour after 7:00 p.m. on weekdays, $2.00 per hour on weekend days, and $3.50 per hour after 7:00 p.m. on weekend nights.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license with no major infractions and dependable transportation.
Acceptable competence with standard operating protocols used in the department and blood center.
Good knowledge of operating smart devices.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to follow standard operating procedures in a heavily FDA-regulated environment.
Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously with patrons, donors, sponsors, and co-workers.
Ability to work with all levels of staff in a diverse work environment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, and peers.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to sit for extended periods, bend, and twist.
Ability to push and pull wheeled carts using controlled manual force; employees are expected to request assistance or use mechanical aids as needed.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a similar or related job.

Responsibilities

Load the vehicle with necessary materials and supplies.
Ensure orders are delivered in a timely manner.
Coordinate and perform routes and pickups to ensure timely processing and delivery.
Complete required paperwork or electronic documentation accurately.
Build boxes for hospital deliveries.
Maintain good customer service relations with co-workers, clients, and the public.
Keep the work area clean and orderly.
Operate company vehicles safely.
Produce accurate, precise, and legible documentation throughout the manufacturing and distribution process.
Drive and safely operate a vehicle in various weather conditions, including rain, heat, cold, and other adverse conditions.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.