Courier - Laboratory - Part Time

Guthrie; City of Cortland (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Guthrie is seeking a part-time Courier to drive a prescribed route for deliveries and pickups. The role requires a high school diploma and a valid driver's license. Responsibilities include maintaining transport integrity of specimens and interacting courteously with staff and clients. Join our healthcare team to support essential services in the community.

Qualifications

• Current Valid Driver's License required.
• No prior offenses for DWI, Hit and Run, or other infractions.
• Required to document HazMat training annually.

Responsibilities

• Drives a prescribed route delivering patient samples and pharmaceuticals.
• Maintains vehicle and ensures optimum transport of specimens.
• Interacts professionally with employees and external clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join to apply for the Courier - Laboratory - Part Time role at Guthrie

Continue with Google Continue with Google

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Courier - Laboratory - Part Time role at Guthrie

JOB DESCRIPTION

With use of a hospital vehicle drives a prescribed route while picking up and delivering patient samples, mail, payroll and other finance designated items, pharmaceuticals, supplies and other items between Guthrie and designated non-Guthrie entities while maintaining a positive professional and helpful manner.

Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

With use of a hospital vehicle drives a prescribed route while picking up and delivering patient samples, mail, payroll and other finance designated items, pharmaceuticals, supplies and other items between Guthrie and designated non-Guthrie entities while maintaining a positive professional and helpful manner.

Experience

No previous experience required, however, applicants with experience in supply distribution and driving routes will be preferred.

Education

High school diploma or GED required.

Other qualifications:

• Current Valid Drivers License.
• No prior offenses for DWI, Hit and Run Conviction, or other infractions having let to any revocation of
  
  
  

driving privileges in addition to any other criminal convictions.

• Required to be able to read instructions, and communicate knowledgeably with customers
• Friendly with good interpersonal skills
• Professional appearance
• Required to have documented HazMat training annually
  
  
  

Essential Functions

• Interacts in a professional and courteous manner with Guthrie Clinic Departments and all Guthrie entities, including associated non-Guthrie providers to facilitate the efficient delivery/ or pick up of all necessary supplies, communications and other items to Regional Offices, Guthrie entities and associated providers (i.e. Administration, Laboratory, Purchasing, Mailroom, Storeroom, Pharmacy, Radiology, Finance etc.)
• Responsible for ensuring the verification of specimens picked up at various Guthrie/external entities, then ensuring optimum transport of specimens at correct temperatures to maintain sample integrity
• Maintains timeliness on specific assigned routes with associated timetables at each site to ensure turnaround times and optimal specimen receipt and reporting are met
• Delivers mail and materials to Regional Offices and other Guthrie/external entities as designated by the Supervisor/Manager/Director on a daily basis
• Delivers pharmaceutical specimens (including patient and employee medication) to all Regional Offices, Guthrie entities to include documentation of receipt of pharmaceuticals and appropriate storage temperatures.
• Picks up and delivers, payroll, accounts payable checks, cash and other finance required items to regional offices with appropriate documentation of pick up and delivery. Required to deposit money bags at bank
• Delivers and collects x-rays as designated by Radiology departments as needed
• Enforces the laboratory specimen rejection / acceptance policy by confirming patient identification on certain specimens and requisitions
• Loads and unloads vehicle
• Portrays high standard of professionalism as a visible representative of the Guthrie
• Must be able to perform with minimal supervision while performing duties, as well as take directions and criticism in a positive light
• Maintains vehicles for basic maintenance (ie: all necessary fluids, fuel, normal lubricants at peak operating levels as necessary). Lights, as well as air pressure on tires, should be checked periodically. Maintains vehicle in top operational condition and appearance. Operates in a non-destructive and careful manner through utilization of primary roadways, slowing for rough roadways, railroad crossings, construction sites, etc. Adheres to posted speed limits
• Reports any vehicle potential mal functions immediately
• Reports any accident or vehicle issues immediately and gets appropriate reports filled out
• Reports to Supervisor/Manager/Director any medication used or illnesses requiring medications which could cause drowsiness, or any other reason for potential impairment
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

updated1-8-25

The pay for this position ranges from $17.00-$22.37 per hour.

About Us

Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.

The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Guthrie by 2x

Get notified about new Courier jobs in Cortland, NY.

Independent Contractor/Courier with Cargo and Sprinter Van Driver

Cortland, NY
$40,391.00
-
$40,391.00
2 days ago

CDL-A Driver willing to Team on Dedicated Lane

Cortland, NY
$91,000.00
-
$95,000.00
4 weeks ago

Office Assistant 1 Stores Mail (NY HELPS)

Moravia, NY
$36,232.00
-
$44,828.00
2 weeks ago

Office Assistant 2 Stores and Mail (NY HELPS)

Temporary Package Handlers, Student & Campus Life

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.