Courier

THIS WILL BE A PRN POSITION. HOLIDAYS OFF.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Responsible for driving, transporting, picking up, delivering between buildings, satellites, other businesses

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Reports to Manager of Support Services.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Transports supplies, material and equipment from clinic to other locations and within clinic including laboratory specimens, medical records/charts, x-rays, biohazard waste, bank deposits, paychecks, mail, linen, office supplies, and medical equipment.
• Picks up, sorts, and distributes items to/from assigned locations.
• Seeks resolution of customer problems including searching for missing items.
• Completes related paperwork such as pickup/delivery logs, mileage reports.
• Maintains regular schedule and communicates any temporary changes. Carries paging device and communicates frequently with supervisor.
• Ensures that the courier vehicle is maintained including fueling, cleaning, reporting repair needs.
• The jobholder must demonstrate current competencies to meet job requirements.

Requirements

EDUCATION

High school diploma preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of one-year work experience in customer service environment. Experience as commercial driver desirable.

REQUIREMENTS

Valid state driver’s license. Must be insurable and bondable.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of safe driving and vehicle maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of how to read maps of community and clinic layout.
• Knowledge of handling biohazard materials safely
• Skill in understanding of handling blood borne pathogens using universal precautions following OSHA guidelines.
• Skill in driving car or van in all types of weather.
• Skill in principles of customer service, scheduling and time management
• Ability to read English and follow instructions.
• Ability to interact courteously and communicate effectively with many different kinds of customers.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and organize time well.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

Combination of vehicle and office environment. Exposed to all types of weather. Handling of biohazard.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

Variety of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting. Driving four-six hours/day, occasional stress from adverse weather and/or traffic conditions. Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds.

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.