Weekend Medical Delivery Driver - Houston $15/hourly (Part Time)
About The Position
MedSpeed is a healthcare logistics company that transports medical supplies and specimens for healthcare organizations. 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 is based at MedSpeed’s hub in Houston’s Westchase area, where each shift begins and ends. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.; weekend hours receive a $1-per-hour shift differential in addition to the $15-per-hour base wage. Route duties and assignments may change based on client and business needs, and drivers must be able to perform duties across assigned routes. MedSpeed provides training through its Blue Shirt Certified program and offers opportunities for career advancement. The role involves driving, tracking items with a handheld scanner, following operating procedures and service schedules, loading and unloading vehicles, conducting vehicle inspections, and providing professional, courteous service. Candidates must satisfy driving, screening, and physical requirements. An offer is contingent on completion of a criminal background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record review.
Requirements
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Be at least 19 years old and have held an active driver’s license for at least three years.
- Demonstrated dependability and reliability.
- Familiarity with and ability to adapt to technology.
- Ability to follow procedures closely.
- Ability to determine efficient routing between multiple points.
- Ability to pass initial and random drug and alcohol screening.
- Ability to drive a non-commercial vehicle throughout shifts on various roads and in varying weather conditions.
- Excellent driving history.
- COVID-19 vaccination proof may be required depending on location and local mandates.
- Ability to regularly lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, including items of varying weights and items stored on racks.
- Ability to walk long distances and stand for long periods.
- Must complete a criminal background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record review as a condition of employment.
Responsibilities
- Safely drive a company-owned vehicle to transport medical specimens, records, pharmaceuticals, x-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials.
- Use a handheld scanning device to track items through the transportation cycle.
- Follow operating policies, procedures, and service schedules.
- Present a professional image in interactions with clients and the public.
- Load and unload company vehicles using appropriate equipment.
- Drive safely and courteously.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and keep the vehicle clean, neat, and orderly.
- Perform duties across assigned routes as needed; route assignments may change based on client and business needs.
- Demonstrate teamwork, cooperation, and adaptability with teammates and clients.
- Contribute to a collaborative team culture.
Benefits
- Training provided through the Blue Shirt Certified program.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending account plans.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off.
- Company vehicle, with no maintenance or gas reimbursement concerns.
- Fixed, predictable schedules.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
