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.