Courier (Laboratory) - FT/80
About The Position
The Courier is responsible for the safe, timely, secure, and professional transportation of laboratory specimens, pharmaceuticals, minor medical and operational supplies, cash deposits, documents, and other authorized materials between Springfield Hospital and designated locations. The role operates a hospital-owned vehicle and represents the Hospital when interacting with patients, staff, vendors, laboratories, pharmacies, financial institutions, and other external partners. The Courier is expected to be self-directed, dependable, accountable, professional, trustworthy, and highly organized, with an exceptional work ethic and strong attention to detail. The position works independently, manages assigned routes and priorities effectively, and follows Hospital policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the Hospital's insurance carrier.
- Experience in a hospital, healthcare, laboratory, pharmacy, medical supply, courier, transportation, or similar environment.
- Experience handling specimens, medications, medical supplies, financial deposits, or other sensitive materials.
- Familiarity with basic healthcare terminology and hospital operations.
- Demonstrated ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and responsibly.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
- Demonstrated reliability, dependability, and accountability.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to handle sensitive, valuable, and time-critical materials responsibly.
Responsibilities
- Safely, promptly, securely, and professionally transport laboratory specimens, pharmaceuticals, minor medical and operational supplies, cash deposits, documents, and other authorized materials between Springfield Hospital and designated locations.
- Operate a hospital-owned vehicle.
- Represent the Hospital in interactions with patients, staff, vendors, laboratories, pharmacies, financial institutions, and other external partners.
- Work independently and manage assigned routes and priorities effectively.
- Consistently follow Hospital policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Handle sensitive, valuable, and time-critical materials responsibly.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral bonuses
- Close-knit, mission-driven team that values collaboration and growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
