Courier/CSR

CO01 Southern Illinois Hospital Services Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CO01 Southern Illinois Hospital Services Inc. seeks a driver to transport biological specimens and supplies between SIH entities and contracted clients in the United States.

The role requires a high school diploma and a valid Illinois driver’s license, with attention to safe handling of infectious materials and maintaining accurate tracking of shipped specimens. Responsibilities include pickup and delivery, ensuring specimen integrity, and maintaining the company vehicle in safe condition.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold a valid Illinois driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Picks up specimens from SIH entities and transports to the appropriate facility.
• Ensures specimens are handled properly and not compromised during shipping.
• Handles infectious materials in compliance with OSHA, IATA and CDC guidelines.
• Distributes supplies to clients.
• Monitors specimen quality.
• Maintains tracking system for transported specimens.
• Maintains a company vehicle in safe operating condition.
• Maintains professional appearance and demeanor.
• Attends departmental and other meetings as necessary.

Skills

Illinois Driver's License

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for transporting biological specimens and supplies between SIH entities and contracted clients.

Principal Accountabilities

• Standards of Performance: Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Collaboration, Stewardship, Accountability, Quality Education

Licenses and Certification

• High School diploma or equivalent

Experience and Skills

• Current Illinois Drivers License

Physical Activities

• Intermittent hand manipulation required
• Intermittent lifting and carrying of 20 pounds

Role Specific Responsibilities

• Picks-up specimens from SIH entities and transport to appropriate facility.
• Ensures specimens are handled appropriately, and are not compromised in shipping.
• Handles all infectious materials according to safe handling guidelines (OSHA, IATA and CDC).
• Distributes supplies to clients.
• Monitors the quality of specimens.
• Maintains tracking system for transported specimens.
• Maintains the company vehicle to ensure that vehicle is in safe operating condition.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor at all times
• Attends departmental and other meetings as necessary.

Compensation

(Commensurate with experience): $16.38 To $24.57

To access our Benefits Guide/Plan Information, please click the link below: http://www.sih.net/careers/benefits

About SIH

At Southern Illinois Healthcare, we realize that in order to provide our surrounding communities with excellent care, we must begin by providing our employees with that same care and appreciation. We offer rich opportunities to develop and grow professionally, an environment of excellence in patient care, and the awareness that everything we accomplish is a direct outgrowth of the superb efforts and dedication of our employees. Working to put the right people, exhibiting the right attitude and behaviors, in the right roles is not just a goal, but a priority of Southern Illinois Healthcare. For the health of you and our patients, SIH and SIH Medical Group campuses are tobacco free. For questions or more information about our openings, please email SIH Careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SIH is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Student Opportunities

We are excited you are here and are proud to offer experiential learning opportunities for students at every stage of career development. As a student at SIH, you will see first‑hand how the work we are doing supports OUR MISSION: to improve the health and well‑being of all the people in the communities we serve. Your future is bright, and we are honored that you chose SIH to be part of your career journey.

Scholarship Program

The SIH Scholarship Program brings together college scholarship money with hands‑on work opportunities. Qualified applicants are eligible for money to cover tuition, lab fees, books, and educational supplies.