Courier

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities and Position Qualifications:

Job Summary

Follows an established schedule to transport specimens, testing supplies, and test results via company motor vehicle to specified locations in a timely and efficient manner. May prepare and pack specimens for dangerous goods shipping in accordance with all laws and regulations.

Qualifications

1. Familiar with island communities and rural/remote areas.

2. Possess a valid and current Hawaii driver’s license.

3. Presents and maintains a driving record which meets the standard of the Company’s insurance

carrier.

4. Able to operate standard and automatic shift vehicles.

5. Able to utilize hand trucks/carts, typewriter, computers and specimen/package tracking system.

6. Passes company drug testing program pre-hire and thereafter on a periodic and/or random basis.

7. Excellent organizational skills.

8. Excellent English communication (verbal and written) skills, including by telephone.

9. Demonstrated and proven ability/experience in accomplishments in all of our five core values:

a) Shine

b) Team

c) Accurate

d) Respect

e) Standardize

Essential Job Functions

Under direct supervision and in accordance with Company policies, procedures and guidelines,

this position:

1. Transports laboratory specimens from client facilities to clinical laboratory in a safe and timely

manner while observing all traffic laws.

2. Handles requests for special services, e.g., STAT and timed specimens, prudently and efficiently.

3. Delivers specimen collection supplies and test result reports to clients in a timely and efficient

manner.

4. Utilizes electronic tracking system to track specimens.

5. Within the constraints of the overall route schedules, accommodates client’s special requests

whenever possible, or if unable to do so, relates these requests to the logistics manager or other

designate.

6. Packs medical lab specimens/correspondence into appropriate cooler/boxes with consideration

given to temperature and bio-hazardous safety precautions.

7. May prepare and pack specimens for shipping as dangerous goods completing all necessary

documentation in accordance with all laws and regulations.

8. Follows established Company guidelines for a preventive vehicle maintenance schedule and

coordination of repairs.

9. Exhibits an efficient and appropriate time-management schedule in performing all routes.

10. Sorts and files laboratory reports by route location for deliveries.

11. Transports bank deposit bags between lab locations and various bank branches as required.

12. Assists in moving lab equipment/supplies between locations as required.

13. May be directed to assist technologists in trash removal and other functions of the laboratory.

14. Adheres to confidentiality,

15. Maintains consistent and reliable attendance and complies with company guidelines on

attendance.

16. Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

1. Requires prolonged sitting and operating company vehicles, on occasion up to ten (10) hours.

2. Moderate to heavy physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs.)

3. Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching.

4. Frequent prolonged standing and walking.

5. Must be able to see, hear and respond adequately.

6 Occasional exposure to video display terminals.

7 Extensive use of hands and fingers.

8 Extensive use of telephone.

9 Extensive use of specimen/package tracking system.

Working Conditions

1. Air conditioned/heated warehouse environment.

2. Air conditioned/heated motorized vehicle.

3. Extensive exposure to bio-hazardous material.

4. Sufficient noise and interruptions to cause distraction.

5. May be asked to work extended hours, holidays and weekends.

Aptitudes

1. Ability to understand instructions, reason and make judgments independently.

2. Ability to understand meaning of words, ideas associated with them and their appropriate and

effective use.

3. Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately.

4. Ability to perceive pertinent details.

5. Ability to comprehend dangerous good shipping methods and procedures.

6. Ability to handle multiple priorities.

7. Ability to handle emergency situations with calmness and professionalism.

8. Ability to work independently and be self-motivated to accomplish responsibilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature, type and level of work being performed by

the employee(s) functioning in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all

responsibilities and duties required of said personnel. The Company reserves the right to add, delete or modify

assigned duties at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

to perform the essential functions.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

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Sonic Healthcare USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.