About The Position

Rapid Medical is seeking an independent contractor to run a medical courier route from Moorpark to Los Angeles, covering approximately 47 miles. The route operates Monday through Friday, starts at 12:00 PM, and takes approximately 2.5 hours. Contractors located within 15 miles of the start point, endpoint, or anywhere along the route are considered well-suited. The courier uses Rapid Medical’s 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. Compensation is an all-inclusive rate of $70 per route, with mileage, drive time, and expenses factored in. The posting also describes weekly bonus opportunities, a training bonus paid after 30 days with no call-offs, and a $150 sign-on bonus after 30 active days with no call-offs. Payments are made by bi-weekly direct deposit or same-day cash-out, with fees potentially applying. This is a 1099 independent-contractor engagement; contractors are responsible for self-employment taxes, and a 1099-NEC is issued for payments. A satisfactory background check and motor vehicle record review are required. Rapid Medical provides a branded shirt and bag, onboarding that includes an app walkthrough, route preview, and protocol training, and real-time dispatch support. The company states that it provides opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Requirements

  • Be at least 21 years old.
  • Have a personal vehicle; a 2016 or newer vehicle is preferred.
  • Have a valid driver's license and active vehicle insurance.
  • Have a satisfactory driving record and pass a motor vehicle record review.
  • Pass a satisfactory background check.
  • Have a smartphone running iOS 13 or later or Android 11 or later, with reliable data.
  • Be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

  • Delivery, rideshare, or courier experience is a plus but is not required.
  • A 2016 or newer personal vehicle is preferred.
  • Be located within 15 miles of the route start point, endpoint, or anywhere along the route.

Responsibilities

  • Run the route using the driver app for navigation, scheduling, and real-time support.
  • Photograph pickups and deliveries and record proof of delivery through the app.
  • Handle specimens carefully and maintain the required room, refrigerated, or frozen temperature.
  • Contact dispatch promptly if an item appears damaged, improperly packaged, or otherwise concerning.

Benefits

  • $25 weekly bonus opportunity stated in the route listing; the compensation section describes weekly bonuses of $20–$100.
  • $150 sign-on bonus after 30 active days with no call-offs.
  • Training bonus paid after 30 days with no call-offs; amount not specified.
  • Bi-weekly direct deposit or same-day cash-out, with fees potentially applying.
  • Branded shirt and bag.
  • Onboarding, including app walkthrough, route preview, and protocol training.
  • Real-time dispatch support.
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