Courier Laboratory - Methodist Laboratory

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

Key Accountabilities

1. Vehicle Maintenance & Safety

• Safety Compliance: Maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record and strictly adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Vehicle Care: Ensure the proper use, cleanliness, and maintenance of the assigned Carle Health vehicle, including daily cleaning (supplies, trash, and equipment removal).
• Maintenance Reporting: Immediately report all vehicle operational concerns, damage, or maintenance needs to the Manager/Supervisor.
• Fuel Management: Park vehicles with a minimum of ½ tank of fuel to ensure readiness.
• Parking Protocol: Park vehicles only in designated areas at the end of every shift.
• Operational Scope: Safely drive up to 650 miles daily in urban and rural environments, including all weather conditions.

2. Specimen & Supply Transportation

• Route Efficiency: Perform designated routes for specimen and mail transportation, adhering to strict schedules to ensure efficient, timely delivery.
• Courier Cooperation: Cooperate with team members during route transitions to ensure smooth handover of supplies and specimens.
• Customer Service: Maintain a high standard of customer service, interacting professionally with laboratory, hospital, and client staff.
• Specimen Integrity: Verify that all specimens are properly labeled and utilize sound judgment when accepting specimens for transport.
• Tracking & Documentation: Accurately log all stops, deliveries, and specimen pickups using the handheld tracking device, defaulting to paper logs during any downtime.
• Inventory Control: Deliver supplies promptly upon request—do not leave supplies in the vehicle for the next shift.

3. Communication & Daily Operations

• Communication: Actively share knowledge and communicate operational updates with peers, coordinators, and stakeholders.
• Workflow Efficiency: Complete all work and route stops within the assigned timeframes.
• Information Management: Read company email messages daily to keep abreast of changes to protocols, routes, or company policy.

Qualifications:

Certifications: Driver's License - Illinois Secretary of State (ILSOS) and safe driving history

Carle Health Company Overview:

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Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. 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. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

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Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is $15.32per hour - $24.82per 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.