Courier Laboratory- Methodist Laboratory

Job Title : Lab Courier

The Lab Courier's primary responsibility is assisting in the transportation of clinical and anatomical specimens for laboratory testing which includes specific clerical functions.

Qualifications

Certifications : Driver's License - Illinois Secretary of State (ILSOS), Education : High School Diploma, Work Experience : Valid drivers license

Responsibilities

Key Accountability Use and maintenance of UnityPoint Health motor vehicles : Maintains an acceptable motor vehicle record. Ensures the proper use and care of the vehicle in their possession. Relays operation concerns or maintenance needs immediately relays to Manager or Supervisor. Follows established routes and protocols, always demonstrating all Rules of the Road and following all laws. Drives up to 650 miles in both urban and rural settings and in all types of weather conditions. Ensures vehicle is parked in designated areas at the end of the shift. Cleans the vehicle out completely including coolers / supplies / envelopes / trash daily. Parks vehicle with no less than tank of fuel.

Key Accountability Transportation of specimens, supplies, and mail : Performs designated routes for specimen transportation with efficiency, maintaining scheduled stops in the allotted time period. Adjusts routes as necessary to meet client needs. Cooperates with co-workers to ensure routes run smoothly during transition from one courier to the next courier. Places utmost importance on customer service for all routes. Verifies specimens are properly labeled prior to transport of specimen to the laboratory; uses good judgement in accepting specimens. Logs all stops and specimens picked up or delivered in the handheld device for Courier / Specimen Tracking. During downtime, paper logs are consistently used to ensure thorough tracking of lab specimens. Transports laboratory- and hospital-related items to clients and departments accurately and promptly. Prepares and delivers supplies as requested by the client through the Customer Service Department. Does not wait for the next route to deliver supplies. Supplies are not left in car for the next courier.

Key Accountability Effectively communicates information and shares knowledge with peers, lead staff, coordinators and internal and external customers in a timely manner. Completes work within assigned route times. Keeps abreast of changes by reading e-mail messages daily when scheduled to work and attending section meetings. Responds to questions by internal or external customers, peers or coordinators. Notifies customers of delays in collection or transport. Provides timely responses to customer's request and / or takes responsibility for directing the customer to appropriate personnel when necessary. Shares information essential to the efficient operation of department with peers, Coordinator and shift to shift; explains messages and problems clearly without hesitation.

Key Accountability Other job duties as required or as designated. Follows UnityPoint Health Methodist Proctor safety policies. Properly stores specimens according to protocol. Verifies specimen requirements or handling when unsure / unfamiliar prior to transporting. Ensures specimen integrity during transport by storing specimens at the recommended temperature which may require utilizing ice / dry ice / incubator as needed. Asks for assistance in completing work assignments when necessary. Follows up or refers problems and / or concerns to appropriate personnel in a timely manner. Contributes ideas for improving work processes.

About Us

Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $15.32 per hour - $24.82 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org / benefits.