Medical Driver - Crestwood, IL (Full-Time) M-Thurs 7a-5p/F 7a-1030a $17.25/hr

MedSpeed • Crestwood, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

MedSpeed is a healthcare logistics company that partners with organizations nationwide to transport medical supplies and specimens. The Medical Driver, also referred to as a Logistics Service Representative, spends most of the workday driving a company-owned vehicle to transport lab specimens, medical records, pharmaceuticals, X-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials. The role requires safe and courteous driving, careful tracking of items, adherence to policies and service schedules, vehicle inspections and upkeep, and professional interactions with clients and the public. Route duties and assignments may vary according to client and business needs, and drivers must be able to perform duties across assigned routes. The position is based in Crestwood, Illinois, and pays $17.25 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., and Friday, 7:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

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 with technology and ability to adapt to it.
• 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, depending on location and local mandates.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds, including items from storage racks.
• Ability to handle varying item weights and physical demands even when pickup and drop-off responsibilities or routes are inconsistent.
• Comfort walking long distances and standing for long periods.
• Participation in and successful completion of a third-party Fitness for Duty physical examination.
• Successful 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 track items accurately throughout 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 assignments and duties 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.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus a flexible spending account.
• 401(k).
• On-demand pay with early access to earned wages.
• Paid time off.
• Company vehicle, with no need to cover maintenance or gas reimbursement.
• Fixed schedules.

What This Job Offers

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