Medical Delivery Driver
About The Position
MedSpeed is hiring a full-time Medical Delivery Driver, also called a Logistics Service Representative/Medical Driver, in Houston, Texas. The role pays $15.00 per hour and follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The driver starts and ends each day at MedSpeed’s hub in the Westchase area of Houston. The driver spends most of the workday in a company-owned vehicle transporting lab specimens, medical records, pharmaceuticals, X-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials. The role includes scanning and tracking items, following operating policies and service schedules, loading and unloading vehicles, and inspecting and maintaining the vehicle. Route duties and assignments may vary according to client and business needs, and drivers must be able to work across assigned routes. MedSpeed is a healthcare logistics company that partners with healthcare organizations nationwide. Its stated culture emphasizes teamwork, integrity, keeping promises, continuous improvement, and growth. Candidates receiving an offer must complete a criminal background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record review. COVID-19 vaccination proof may be required depending on location and local mandates.
Requirements
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Be at least 19 years of age and have held an active driver’s license for at least 3 years.
- Demonstrated dependability and reliability.
- Familiarity with and ability to adapt 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.
- Ability to regularly lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, including items from storage racks.
- Comfort walking long distances and standing for long periods.
- Ability to handle varying item weights and physical demands even when routes or pickup and drop-off duties are inconsistent.
- Candidates receiving an offer must complete a criminal background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record review.
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination may be required depending on location and local mandates.
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 track items accurately through the transportation cycle.
- Follow operating policies, procedures, and service schedules.
- Present a professional image to clients and the public through appearance and interaction.
- 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; route duties and assignments may vary based on 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).
- On-demand pay with early access to earned wages.
- Paid time off.
- Company vehicle, with no need to handle maintenance or gas reimbursement.
- Fixed, predictable schedules.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
