Medical Driver - Elmhurst, IL (Full Time) M-F 5PM-1:30 AM

MedSpeed • Elmhurst, IL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

MedSpeed is a healthcare logistics company that transports medical supplies and specimens for healthcare organizations. The Medical Driver, also described as a Logistics Service Representative, 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, follows operating policies and service schedules, and represents MedSpeed professionally to clients and the public. Drivers load and unload vehicles, perform vehicle inspections, keep vehicles orderly, and work collaboratively with teammates and clients. Route duties and assignments may vary according to client and business needs, and drivers must be able to perform duties across assigned routes.

This is a full-time position in Elmhurst, Illinois, scheduled Monday through Friday from 5:00 PM to 1:30 AM. The listed pay is $17.25 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked after 10:00 PM. Training is provided through MedSpeed’s Blue Shirt Certified program.

Requirements

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• At least 19 years of age and an active driver’s license held for at least 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, including lifting items off storage racks.
• Ability to handle varying item weights and physical demands, walk long distances, and stand for long periods.
• Participation in and successful completion of a third-party-administered Fitness for Duty physical examination.
• Completion of 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 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 maintain a clean, neat, and orderly vehicle.
• Perform duties across assigned routes, adapting 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.

Benefits

• Training provided through the Blue Shirt Certified program.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending account plans.
• 401(k).
• On-demand pay with early access to earned wages.
• Paid time off.
• Company vehicle, with maintenance and gas reimbursement not required.
• Fixed schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed