Medical Delivery Driver - Houston
About The Position
MedSpeed is a healthcare logistics company that partners with healthcare organizations to transport medical supplies and specimens. The Medical Delivery Driver (also referred to as a Logistics Service Representative/Medical Driver) transports items such as lab specimens, medical records, pharmaceuticals, x-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials in a company-owned vehicle. The role is based out of the MedSpeed Hub in College Station, Texas, where the employee starts and ends each workday. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., at $15.00 per hour. Drivers use a handheld scanning device to track items, follow operating procedures and service schedules, and provide professional service to clients and the public. Duties can vary according to client and business needs, and employees must be able to perform duties on any assigned route. Routes may change. The role requires safe driving, vehicle inspections and upkeep, loading and unloading, and the ability to meet varying physical demands. MedSpeed provides training through its Blue Shirt Certified program and notes opportunities for career advancement.
Requirements
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Be at least 19 years old and hold an active driver's license for at least three years.
- Demonstrated dependability and reliability.
- Familiarity working with and adapting to technology.
- Demonstrated 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 the shift 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 lifting items from storage racks.
- Ability to handle varying item weights and physical demands even when pickup and drop-off responsibilities or routes vary.
- Comfort walking long distances and standing for long periods.
- Candidates receiving an offer must complete a criminal background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record review.
Responsibilities
- Safely drive a company-owned vehicle to transport lab specimens, medical records, pharmaceuticals, x-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials.
- Use a handheld scanning device to accurately track items throughout the transportation cycle.
- Follow operating policies, procedures, and service schedules.
- Present a professional image through appearance and interactions with clients and the public.
- Load and unload company vehicles using appropriate equipment.
- Demonstrate safe and courteous driving behavior.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and keep the vehicle clean, neat, and orderly.
- Perform duties across assigned routes as required; route assignments and duties may vary with client and business needs.
- Demonstrate teamwork, cooperation, and adaptability with teammates and clients.
- Help 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).
- Paid time off.
- Company vehicle, with no need to handle maintenance or gas reimbursement.
- Fixed schedules for consistency and predictability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
