Hospital Courier- Cayuga Medical Center- Full Time- Days

Cayuga Health System • Ithaca, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Cayuga Health System began by joining two longstanding, independent hospitals into a cohesive health-care network providing seamless, comprehensive, community centered care for the residents of central New York. With the recent affiliation of Arnot Health and the establishment of Xtensys , an organization focused on the integration and strategic operations of this expanding health system, we are poised to become the premier care organization across New York. The Facility Couriers perform a variety of functions including but not limited to transport of equipment, materials, pharmaceuticals, Chemo, U.S. Mail, and supplies throughout the Cayuga Health System Monday - Friday during the first shift.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED
• A clean valid NYS Driver's license.
• Able to drive vehicle in all weather conditions.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• This position requires the ability to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
• The courier is responsible for loading and unloading items into the vehicle which include but not limited to boxes, equipment, supplies, and food.
• Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time while driving.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates an understanding of emergency procedures, fire drills, evacuation procedures, and internal/external disaster procedures, as outlined in the fire safety policy, knows personal role in the event of a fire while on duty.
• Provides a safe environment; demonstrates alertness to areas needing attention in avoiding unsafe conditions such as but not limited to wet flooring, blocked egress areas etc.
• Maintains work area in a clean and safe manner on a daily basis.
• Maintains universal precautions and infection prevention techniques.
• Acquires proper training for spill kits in relationship to items transported.
• Carries out duties in a safe professional manner, with focus on customer service as a high priority.
• No substantiated complaints from patients, physicians, staff & visitors.
• Follows assigned Courier Schedule in a timely manner.
• Volunteers for extra unplanned emergency courier runs when needed.
• Assists in updating courier schedule as needed.
• Helps Facility manager by suggesting ways to accommodate new additional deliveries into the courier schedules.
• Maintains required paperwork logs and transactions.
• Maintains all Preventative maintenance Work Orders as assigned.
• Responsible for transport and delivery of all bank bags.
• Ensures safe operation of vehicle of vehicle before start of deliveries.
• Follows all NYS vehicle traffic laws and safety precautions.
• No traffic violations issued during evaluation year.
• Courteous to other vehicles on the road and no valid complaints issued for aggressive driving or vehicle operation.
• Keeps vehicle clean during and after hours of operation.
• Washes vehicle with supplied vouchers when needed.
• Follows good personal hygiene and grooming practices.
• Always wears proper uniform as designated.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The company is committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.
• We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.
• If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at [email protected].

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED