Medical Driver - Charlottesville, VA (Full-Time) M-F 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

MedSpeed • Charlottesville, VA

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About The Position

MedSpeed is a healthcare logistics company that transports medical supplies and specimens for healthcare organizations. The Medical Driver spends most of the workday in a company-owned vehicle, safely transporting lab specimens, medical records, pharmaceuticals, x-rays, hospital supplies, interoffice mail, and related materials. The driver uses a handheld scanning device to track items, follows operating policies and service schedules, loads and unloads vehicles, and performs vehicle inspections. 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 based in Charlottesville, Virginia, and works Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

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 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 screening.
• 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 drop-off and pick-up responsibilities or routes are inconsistent.
• 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.
• Strictly observe 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 maintain a clean, neat, and orderly vehicle.
• Perform duties across assigned routes, which may vary or change based on client and business needs.
• Demonstrate teamwork, cooperation, and adaptability with teammates and clients.
• Build and nurture a collaborative MedSpeed team culture.

Benefits

• Training 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 pay for maintenance or gas reimbursement.
• Fixed schedules.
• $300 sign-on bonus paid after 60 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

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