Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP Hiring for Courier – Hilo Patient Service Centers Job at Hilo, HI Full Time

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:

Summary

The Courier follows an established schedule to transport specimens, testing supplies, and test results via company motor vehicle to specified locations in a timely and efficient manner. May prepare and pack specimens for dangerous goods shipping in accordance with laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required
• Possess a valid and current driver’s license required, Hawaii license preferred
• 1+ years of customer service experience preferred
• Familiar with island communities, rural, and remote areas
• Presents and maintains a driving record which meets the standard of the Company’s insurance carrier; initial hire abstract may not include more than 2 unrelated moving violations and/or accidents within the past 3 years
• Able to operate automatic transmission vehicles
• Able to utilize hand trucks/carts, typewriter, computers and specimen/package tracking system
• For hospital settings, additional requirements may apply and change without notice, including, but not limited to, criminal background check, health clearance and hospital compliance training
• Successfully pass Company pre-employment drug test and periodic and random thereafter
• Demonstrated and proven ability/experience in accomplishments in all of our five core values:

• Shine
• Team
• Accurate
• Respect
• Standardize

Essential Functions

Under direct supervision and in accordance with Company policies, procedures and guidelines, this position:

• Transports laboratory specimens from client facilities to clinical laboratory in a safe and timely manner while observing all traffic laws
• Handles requests for special services, e.g., STAT and timed specimens, prudently and efficiently
• Delivers specimen collection supplies and test result reports to clients in a timely and efficient manner
• Utilizes electronic tracking system to track specimens
• Within the constraints of the overall route schedules, accommodates client’s special requests whenever possible, or if unable to do so, relates these requests to the logistics manager or other designate
• Packs medical lab specimens/correspondence into appropriate cooler/boxes with consideration given to temperature and bio-hazardous safety precautions
• May prepare and pack specimens for shipping as dangerous goods completing all necessary documentation in accordance with all laws and regulations
• Follows established Company guidelines for a preventive vehicle maintenance schedule and coordination of repairs
• Exhibits an efficient and appropriate time-management schedule in performing all routes
• Sorts and files laboratory reports by route location for deliveries
• Transports bank deposit bags between lab locations and various bank branches as required
• Assists in moving lab equipment/supplies between locations as required.
• May be directed to assist technologists in trash removal and other functions of the laboratory
• Adheres to confidentiality, safety, compliance, and legal requirements
• Maintains consistent and reliable attendance and complies with company guidelines on attendance
• Completes Company safety and other competency tests as required and assigned by the Company
• Must comprehend and adhere to the Company Driver Handbook received at orientation
• Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Requires prolonged sitting and operating company vehicles, on occasion up to ten (10) hours
• Moderate to heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs)
• Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching
• Frequent prolonged standing and walking
• Must be able to see, hear and respond adequately
• Occasional exposure to video display terminals
• Extensive use of hands and fingers
• Extensive use of telephone
• Extensive use of specimen/package tracking system

Working Conditions

• Air conditioned/heated warehouse environment
• Air conditioned/heated motorized vehicle
• Extensive exposure to bio-hazardous material
• Sufficient noise and interruptions to cause distraction
• May be asked to work extended hours, holidays and weekends

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Company:

Clinical Laboratories of Hawaii, LLP

Regular, Full-Time

40hrs/wk

Sun-Sat, 6am-6pm

Primary Shift: Days

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