Medical Delivery Driver - Elmhurst, IL $17.25 hrly

MedSpeed • Elmhurst, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

MedSpeed is a healthcare logistics company that partners with organizations nationwide to transport medical supplies and specimens. The Logistics Service Representative/Medical Driver transports lab specimens, medical records, pharmaceuticals, x-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials in a company-owned vehicle. The role uses a handheld scanning device to track items, follows operating policies and service schedules, and represents MedSpeed professionally to clients and the public. Route duties and assignments may vary according to client and business needs, and drivers must be prepared to perform duties across assigned routes.

This is a full-time position in Elmhurst, Illinois, with a fixed Monday–Friday schedule from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The listed pay is $17.25 per hour, with a $1.00 hourly increase for hours worked after 10:00 p.m. MedSpeed provides a company vehicle and training. Candidates receiving an offer must complete a criminal background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record review.

Requirements

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Must be at least 19 years old and have held an active driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• Demonstrated dependability and reliability.
• Familiarity with and ability to adapt to technology.
• Demonstrated ability to follow procedures closely.
• Ability to determine efficient routing between multiple points.
• Ability to pass an initial and random drug and alcohol screen.
• Ability to drive a non-commercial vehicle throughout the shift on various roads and in varying weather conditions.
• Excellent driving history.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination may be required depending on location and local mandates.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds and handle varying item weights and physical demands.
• Ability to lift items off storage racks.
• Comfort walking long distances and standing for long periods.
• Must participate in and pass a third-party-administered Fitness for Duty physical examination.
• Must complete a criminal background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record review as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport lab specimens, medical records, pharmaceuticals, x-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials in a company-owned vehicle.
• Use a handheld scanning device to accurately track items through the transportation cycle.
• Follow operating policies, procedures, and service schedules.
• Present a professional image to clients and the public through appearance and interaction.
• Load and unload company vehicles using appropriate equipment.
• Demonstrate safe and courteous driving behavior.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and keep the vehicle clean, neat, and orderly.
• Perform duties across assigned routes as required by client and business needs; route assignments may change.
• Demonstrate teamwork, cooperation, and adaptability with teammates and clients.
• Build and nurture a collaborative MedSpeed team culture.

Benefits

• Training provided through the Blue Shirt Certified program.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Medical, dental, vision, and FSA plans.
• 401(k).
• On-demand pay with early access to earned wages.
• Paid time off.
• Company vehicle, with no need to pay for maintenance or gas reimbursement.
• Fixed schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed