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National Dispatcher & Customer Service Representative CSR (Florida)

National Courier Express · Tampa, FL · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time

About the role

We are seeking a highly organized and customer-focused National Dispatcher & Customer Service Representative to support our medical logistics operations across multiple states.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate, assign, and monitor daily courier routes across multiple states ensuring on-time delivery of medical and non-medical shipments, patient therapies, and other healthcare materials.
  • Answer incoming calls from clients, patients, and drivers in a professional and timely manner.
  • Make outbound calls to patients and clients to:
    • Confirm delivery appointments and availability
    • Provide ETA updates
    • Verify delivery details and addresses
    • Track deliveries in real time, proactively managing delays, route deviations, traffic issues, weather concerns, and driver needs.
  • Oversee temperature-controlled deliveries (refrigerated, frozen, ambient) and maintain chain-of-custody integrity at all times.
  • Ensure all service-level agreements (SLAs) are met, including STAT, 2-hour, 4-hour, same-day, next-day, and routed deliveries.
  • Work closely with drivers to provide accurate ETAs, instructions, POD (proof of delivery) requirements, and customer updates.
  • Verify that all deliveries meet compliance standards including HIPAA, OSHA, DOT, and internal SOPs.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date dispatch logs, manifests, proof of delivery (POD) confirmations, incident reports, and delivery confirmations for billing and compliance purposes.
  • Aid in the recruitment and onboarding of qualified contract and employee drivers, training them on routes, compliance, safety expectations, and customer service protocols.
  • Provide real-time support to drivers regarding navigation, client instructions, pickups, deliveries, and safety protocols.

Qualifications

  • Education & Experience: Associate's degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or related field preferred. Minimum 2-3 years of experience in dispatch, logistics coordination, or route management (healthcare courier experience strongly preferred).
  • Proven experience managing multi-state or high-volume dispatch operations.
  • Certifications (Required): HIPAA Certification (current and verifiable). OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Certification (current and verifiable).
  • Skills: Strong communication, leadership, and multitasking abilities. Proficiency with dispatch and route optimization software. Strong knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, DOT, and DEA regulations related to medical logistics. Excellent organization and follow-up skills with high attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Teams, Outlook, Word) and Adobe Acrobat Professional. Demeanor and problem-solving mindset under pressure.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • On-time delivery rate (target ≥ 98%)
  • Driver/Courier retention and satisfaction levels
  • Accuracy of dispatch logs, PODs, and documentation
  • Compliance audit results (zero violations)
  • Client satisfaction and communication responsiveness

Work Environment & Travel Requirements

  • Field-based role with frequent multi-state and city travel. Combination of dispatch, client visits, training sessions, and remote coordination.
  • May require evenings, weekends, and on-call availability.

Key Competencies

  • Self-starter with a hunter mindset and consultative sales approach.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage clients at all organizational levels.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
  • Analytical thinker with the ability to interpret data and drive actionable insights.

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