Medical Courier (1099) Los Angeles → Irvine · 62 mi · Mon-Fri · 10:45PM–1:00AM

Rapid Medical•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Rapid Medical is seeking an independent-contractor Medical Courier for a 62-mile route from Los Angeles to Irvine, California. The route operates Monday through Friday, starting at 10:45 PM and lasting approximately two hours. The all-inclusive route rate is $85; mileage, drive time, and expenses are included, with no separate per-mile pay. A weekly bonus opportunity is listed, and the posting also describes weekly bonuses of $20–$100. A $150 sign-on bonus is available after 30 active days with no call-offs, and a training bonus is paid after 30 days with no call-offs. Payments are made by bi-weekly direct deposit or same-day cash-out, for which fees may apply. The courier uses a driver app for navigation, scheduling, and real-time support; photographs pickups and deliveries and logs proof of delivery; handles specimens carefully while maintaining required temperatures; and promptly contacts dispatch about damaged, improperly packaged, or otherwise concerning items. Rapid Medical provides a branded shirt and bag, onboarding that includes an app walkthrough, route preview, and protocol training, and dispatch support throughout the route. Contractors must pass a satisfactory background check and motor vehicle record review. As an independent contractor, the courier is responsible for self-employment taxes; payments are reported on a 1099-NEC.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Have a personal vehicle (2016 or newer preferred), a valid driver’s license, active insurance, and a satisfactory driving record.
Have a smartphone running iOS 13 or later or Android 11 or later, with reliable data.
Be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Complete a satisfactory background check and motor vehicle record review.
Be reliable, punctual, detail-oriented, communicative, and comfortable adjusting as needed.

Nice To Haves

Delivery, rideshare, or courier experience is a plus but not required.
Contractors located within 15 miles of the start point, end point, or anywhere along the route are well-suited for the position.
A personal vehicle from 2016 or newer is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete the Los Angeles-to-Irvine medical courier route Monday through Friday.
Use the driver app for navigation, scheduling, and route support.
Photograph pickups and deliveries and log proof of delivery in the app.
Handle specimens carefully and maintain the required room-temperature, refrigerated, or frozen conditions.
Contact dispatch promptly if an item appears damaged, improperly packaged, or otherwise concerning.