Delivery Driver

Cardinal Health, Inc.; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

401k savings plan

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health, a leading healthcare services company, is seeking a Nuclear Pharmacy Driver to deliver radiopharmaceuticals to customer accounts in the New Orleans area. You will operate a company vehicle, load and unload shipments, and maintain delivery records in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

The role requires a valid driver's license, ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and flexible scheduling including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds and handle loading/unloading.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Willing to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver radiopharmaceutical medications to customer accounts via company vehicle.
• Package and prep shipments, perform testing, and load/unload containers.
• Use handheld tablet to scan orders, navigate routes, and verify accuracy.
• Maintain vehicle and logs; follow safety and DOT regulations.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Customer service

Driving experience

Lift up to 75 lbs

All-weather driving

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sign on Bonus:Now offering a $1000 new hire sign-on bonus!

Company information

Cardinal Health, headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, is a Fortune 26 company with more than 36,000 employees worldwide. We deliver the pharmaceuticals that healthcare providers need to keep their patients healthy.

For nearly half of a century, the Nuclear Pharmacy Services business of Cardinal Health has set the standard for the radiopharmaceutical industry. Nuclear Pharmacy Services, whose network of over 130 pharmacies fills 65% of radiopharmaceutical unit doses nationwide, has consistently demonstrated leadership through innovation and a commitment to excellence.

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Schedule

• 40 hours per week. Typical schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 4:00pm. Candidate must be flexible to work different days, hours and schedules based on business need.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and makes deliveries to customer accounts on assigned route using a company vehicle
• Packages radiopharmaceutical medication for shipment, performs testing, and loads/unloads containers
• Uses a handheld tablet to scan customer orders for accuracy, obtain route stop information and navigation
• Processes packages returned from customer locations
• Maintains vehicles in proper working condition and may perform minor roadside repairs
• Performs general facility cleaning and other duties as required
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of process and systems that support product delivery including but not limited to technology assisted packaging system (Isotrac) and the route optimization tablet.
• Assists in packing doses for shipment, preparing cases, wiping doses, and loading and unloading containers in keeping with prescribed safety standards and DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations.
• Verifies accuracy of labeling on outgoing shipments.
• Prepares receipts for products delivered to Cardinal Health customers.
• Handles and disposes of waste and used materials in keeping with prescribed safety standards.
• Maintains vehicles in proper working condition and performs minor roadside repairs.
• Performs general pharmacy and facility clean up.
• Makes deliveries to customer accounts using a company vehicle. Deliveries occur during both nighttime and daytime conditions and in all weather types
• Maintains accurate log books and vehicle inspection records.
• Participates in all required training including but not limited to: biohazard waste handling, blood-borne pathogens, security awareness, dosimetry, radiation safety, contamination testing, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), fall prevention, ergonomic safety, safe driving procedures, route optimization, etc.
• Performs any other duties as required to ensure a safe and efficient pharmacy operation.
• Provides timely and accurate completion of deliveries to Cardinal Health customers while using the most safe and efficient delivery routes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Must hold a valid driver's license and have a good driving record
• Minimum of 18 years of age due to driving of company owned vehicle
• Prior delivery driving experience a plus
• Ability to lift containers weighing up to 75 pounds
• Comfortable driving in all weather conditions during day or night hours
• Ability to sit, stand, be mobile and operate a vehicle for extended periods of time
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work weekends or be in a weekend rotation required
• Ability to work holidays or be in a holiday rotation required
• Ability to work on call or be in an on call rotation required
• Flexibility to work various shifts or overtime as needed
• Ability to use computers and tablets

Pay Rate: $18.00per hour

Bonus eligible:No

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 10/19/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.