Courier - Columbus

CompuNet Clinical Laboratories•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Courier represents CompuNet to the public, customers, and affiliated staff, serving as an ambassador for the company. The role performs daily route operations to meet client needs by tracking, sorting, storing, and transporting patient specimens and other materials, including supplies and patient results. The courier is responsible for safe, timely transportation and for preserving specimen integrity during handling and delivery. This is a full-time evening-shift position serving Columbus, Athens, and surrounding areas, Monday through Friday, from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Personal computer literacy.
Valid Ohio driver's license.
Meet vehicle insurance standards.
Geographic knowledge of Columbus and surrounding areas.
Able to use a smartphone to communicate with management and dispatch, including texting and map software.
Able to lift at least 25 pounds consistently each day.
Able to transport heavy loads using hand carts.
Able to work at a computer workstation for extended periods.
Able to enter and exit a vehicle multiple times per day.

Responsibilities

Follow company and Logistics policies and procedures, including requirements for timekeeping, attendance, punctuality, vehicle safety and cleanliness, OSHA and other safety practices, scanning-device use, sample handling and storage, specimen packing, end-of-day vehicle checks, dress code, and conduct.
Safely and promptly transport specimens, supplies, reports, equipment, and other materials to their destinations.
Operate the company vehicle safely and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record within company guidelines.
Begin each route with the required equipment and tools, such as a synced route scanner or paper logs, carry bag, prepared coolers for three separate thermal storage conditions, dry ice, cellphone, keys, door hangers, and ice packs.
Deliver client supplies on daily routes, using a hand cart as needed.
Maintain specimen integrity, including transporting specimens from client offices or lock boxes to the vehicle in temperature-appropriate carry bags.
Leave a door hanger for scheduled clients who have no specimens available after hours.
Report all traffic citations and accidents to management staff.
Promote positive communication with clients, coworkers, and affiliated hospital staff.
Complete assigned training requirements on time.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.