Courier

Incumbent is responsible for transporting specimens, documents, and other important medical products from location to location to keep the entire healthcare system moving smoothly. Will remain free of traffic violations and must have a driver's license at all times. This is an independent contractor position (1099-NEC).

Responsibilities

• Transport medical specimens, documents, and products between locations
• Maintain a valid, unencumbered driver’s license
• Adapt to a flexible work schedule based on transportation needs across facilities
• Perform other position-related duties as requested

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Valid, unencumbered state driver’s license
• Completion of an approved Activity Course by the State of Mississippi (preferred)
• Demonstrates appropriate interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, and listening)
• Resilient and flexible in a continually changing, stressful work environment

Physical Demands

• Walking/Standing: Frequently (34%–66% of the time)
• Sitting: Frequently (34%–66% of the time)
• Talking: Frequently (34%–66% of the time)
• Reaching with arms: Continuously (greater than 66% of the time)
• Seeing: Continuously (greater than 66% of the time)
• Lifting (Medium Work): Frequently (34%–66% of the time)
• Hearing: Continuously (greater than 66% of the time)

Work Environment

• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases
• May be exposed to body fluids/wastes

Pay

$0.76 per mile (per IRS guidelines).