Driver Transportation 1st shift Sun-Thurs

Versiti, Inc.•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

Under the direction of the Versiti Supervisor Transportation, the Driver Transportation employee executes standard processes and policies for transportation courier services. These include blood product hospital deliveries and returns, donor center and mobile blood pick-ups, supply deliveries, distribution site transfers, Diagnostic Lab sample pick-ups, Pharmacy deliveries, and Donor Testing Lab tube deliveries. The work must be performed safely and promptly, meet customer expectations, and comply with applicable regulatory standards. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The role requires handling blood and blood products according to Versiti procedures, maintaining the vehicle, completing required training and paperwork, and providing customer service. A high school diploma and valid driver’s license are required; 4–6 years of route-driver experience is preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Valid driver’s license.
Pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Ability to follow directions and read a map.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively.
Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability and motivation to cross-train in Hospital Services.

Nice To Haves

4–6 years of experience as a route driver.

Responsibilities

Execute Versiti policies and procedures for internal blood product hospital deliveries and returns, donor center pick-ups, equipment, interoffice mail, supply deliveries, distribution site transfers, Diagnostic Lab sample pick-ups, Pharmacy deliveries, and Donor Testing Lab tube deliveries.
Follow Versiti procedures when handling blood and blood products to ensure their safety, purity, potency, and efficacy.
Communicate fleet maintenance needs, complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, fuel vehicles, and perform general vehicle upkeep.
Organize unscheduled STAT deliveries and special requests to maintain efficiency and meet customer requirements.
Practice defensive driving and complete vehicle driving and safety training.
Carry out Versiti customer service strategies to meet or exceed customer requirements.
Complete all required Versiti training on time.
Follow laboratory safety policies outlined in the department manual and employee handbook.
Keep the vehicle clean and ensure no products, equipment, samples, or materials remain in it at the end of the shift.
Maintain an appropriate appearance and wear the required uniform.
Complete all paperwork correctly.
Show courtesy to other drivers and account for weather and road conditions.
Perform other duties assigned or required that are reasonably within the scope of the job classification.
Work in accordance with applicable regulatory and compliance requirements and standard operating policies and procedures.