Laboratory Driver/Specimen Courier

Position Summary

Responsible for the safe and timely transportation of laboratory specimens, supplies, reports, and related materials between client locations, physician offices, outreach accounts, hospitals, and the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Pick up laboratory specimens from physician offices, clinics, hospitals, and outreach accounts according to established schedules.
• Deliver specimens, laboratory supplies, reports, and other materials safely and efficiently.
• Maintain proper specimen handling, storage, and transportation conditions to ensure specimen integrity.
• Complete all required logs, manifests, chain-of-custody forms, and transportation documentation accurately.
• Communicate professionally with laboratory staff, clients, and healthcare providers.
• Follow all HIPAA, OSHA, laboratory safety, and infection control policies.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and report maintenance concerns promptly.
• Assist with delivery of laboratory supplies and collection materials to client locations.
• Report transportation delays, specimen issues, or customer concerns to laboratory management immediately.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record
• Previous courier, delivery, healthcare, or laboratory experience (Preferred)
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and transport laboratory supplies and specimens
• Basic knowledge of specimen handling and transportation procedures (Preferred)
• Strong communication and customer service skills

Benefits

• Paid Sick Time - effective 90 days after employment
• Paid Vacation Time - effective 90 days after employment
• Health, vision & dental benefits - eligible at 30 days, following the 1st of the following month
• Short and long-term disability and basic life insurance - after 30 days of employment