Medical Delivery Driver - Elmhurst, IL $17.25 hrly

MedSpeed•Elmhurst, IL

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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, drives a company-owned vehicle to transport lab specimens, medical records, pharmaceuticals, x-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials. The role uses a handheld scanning device to track items and requires adherence to operating procedures and service schedules, safe driving, vehicle inspections, and professional interaction with clients and the public. Route assignments and duties may change based on client and business needs, and drivers must be able to perform duties across assigned routes. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and pays $17.25 per hour. MedSpeed provides training, a company vehicle, and a fixed schedule. Candidates must meet the stated driving, physical, screening, and fitness-for-duty requirements. Employment offers are contingent on 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 3 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 screens.
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, depending on location and local mandates.
Ability to regularly lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, lift items off storage racks, walk long distances, and stand for long periods.
Ability to handle varying item weights and physical demands even when pickup and drop-off responsibilities and routes vary.
Must participate in and pass a third-party 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 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 to clients and the public through appearance and interactions.
Load and unload company vehicles with 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 and adapt to route changes and varying client and business needs.
Demonstrate teamwork, cooperation, and adaptability with teammates and clients.
Help build and nurture a collaborative MedSpeed team culture.