Courier

Memphis Pathology Laboratory; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonic Healthcare USA in Knoxville, TN is seeking a reliable courier/driver to transport reports, records, and specimens between the laboratory and healthcare providers. The role requires safe operation of a vehicle in all weather, and strong customer service skills to interact with diverse clients.

The position is full-time with benefit eligibility, Monday–Friday, 1:30pm–10:00pm, and a focus on safe, compliant, and efficient service within a fast-paced lab logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Comfortable driving in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with time constraints.

Responsibilities

• Transport reports, records, supplies, and specimens between laboratory and healthcare locations.
• Ensure proper specimen handling and safe operation of a motor vehicle in all conditions.
• Interact with clients to provide reliable, customer-focused service.
• Support safety, compliance, and quality control across processes.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities And Position Qualifications

Location: Knoxville, TN

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 1:30pm - 10:00pm

Full-time: Benefit Eligible

You are the definition of reliable. You enjoy interacting with people, feel comfortable behind the wheel, and always signal before you turn. You’re also looking for great benefits, the support of an all-star team, and an opportunity to grow your career.

Join our front line of #HealthcareHeroes! Our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our communities as a leader in clinical laboratory solutions.

In This Role, You Will

• Perform a vital part of the patient care process by making sure that reports, records, supplies, and medical specimens are successfully transported between the laboratory and healthcare provider locations.
• Ensure proper specimen handling, transport, and safe operation of a motor vehicle – rain or shine!
• Interact with a variety of clients and commit to customer-focused service.
• Champion safety, compliance, and quality control.

All You Need Is

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license and an excellent driving record for the past three years.
• Confidence operating a vehicle in all weather and traffic conditions and navigating routine hazards of the road.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, under time constraints, without close supervision.
• Physical capability of light to medium lifting (up to 50lbs).

Bonus Points If You’ve Got

• 2+ years of experience operating conventional vehicles for business purposes. This includes cars, trucks, and/or vans.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

We’ll Give You

• Appreciation for your work
• A feeling of satisfaction that you’ve helped people
• Opportunity to grow within the organization
• Free lab services for you and your eligible dependents
• Work-life balance, including Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Help saving for retirement, with a 401(k) that includes a generous company match
• A sense of belonging – we are a community!

We Also Want You To Know

This role will have incidental exposure to Protected Health Information (PHI). Employees will be trained on reasonable safeguards and expected to abide by all applicable privacy, confidentiality and security standards.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Category

Courier / Logistics

Company

Sonic Healthcare USA is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive workplace for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.