Courier I

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 29,342 - 41,507; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid vacation (12–22 days per year)

Paid sick leave (12–25 days per year)

Paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks)

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center is hiring a Courier I in Seattle. The role involves the pickup, transportation, and delivery of lab specimens and related documentation. Candidates must have a High School diploma and a Pharmacy Assistant License within 45 days of hire. Preferred qualifications include relevant experience and knowledge of blood borne pathogen handling. This full-time hourly position offers a competitive pay range from $21.30 to $30.13, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50 pounds using proper techniques.
• Ability to communicate professionally both in writing and orally.
• Ability to walk for the majority of an eight-hour shift.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all specimens and medications accurately and timely.
• Monitor courier phone and manage shifting priorities.
• Assist with training new couriers as needed.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Basic math skills

Education

High School Degree, GED, or equivalent

Pharmacy Assistant License

Job description

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is a non‑profit organization providing adult cancer treatment and research. The Courier I is responsible for the pick‑up, transportation and delivery of lab specimens, medical records, medications, and patient‑related documentation within the Fred Hutch clinic and campus.

This is a full‑time, hourly position located onsite at our South Lake Union campus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver all specimens, medications, and patient‑related materials, accurately and within an appropriate time frame.
• Monitor courier phone and manage shifting priorities to maintain route schedule (if applicable).
• Maintain courier logs, ensure courier entries are legible, accurate and adhere to standard written procedures.
• Report and assist with tracking of missing or damaged specimens, medications, and patient related materials.
• Assist with training new couriers as needed.
• Fill in for other routes as needed or other Supply Chain.
• Assist with storeroom duties during downtime.
• Adhere to departmental procedures and Fred Hutch policies.

Qualifications

Required:

• A High School Degree, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Pharmacy Assistant License (must be able to attain a Pharmacy Assistant License within 45 days of hire).
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate in person as well as in writing professionally and effectively.
• Excellent multi‑tasking and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of computerized or automated system operations and record‑keeping practices.
• Basic math skills and knowledge of units of measure.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds using proper techniques.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to consistently walk for the majority of an eight‑hour shift and on average of 10‑12 miles per day.

Preferred:

• One year relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge and practice of safe blood borne pathogen handling techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals and carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $21.30 to $30.13 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H‑1B visas, candidates who already hold an H‑1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well‑being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12–22 days per year), paid sick leave (12–25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).

Additional Information

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at [e-mail] or by calling 206‑667‑4700.