Dispatcher I

Quest Diagnostics; United States; Presencial; USD 20.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Day 1 Medical

401(k) match

Annual incentive

Descripción de la vacante

Quest Diagnostics in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Dispatcher I for Sunday to Thursday 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM. You will handle client pickup requests, plan routes, and coordinate with field operations to ensure timely lab deliveries.

Ideal candidates have 1-3 years of customer service or logistics experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to learn dispatch software. Associate's degree preferred; high school diploma required.

Formación

• 1 to 3 years of customer service or logistics experience
• Associate's degree preferred; high school diploma required
• Strong knowledge of logistics operations and Quest Diagnostics policies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to learn dispatch software and accurately enter pickup requests

Responsabilidades

• Answers client pick-up request calls and enter into dispatch system
• Determines if pickup can be performed as requested by the client based upon multiple factors
• Assigns pickup and delivery destinations to courier
• Actively listens to client concerns, conducts preliminary research and forwards client to appropriate party or escalates issue to a Group Lead or Supervisor
• May include other tasks as assigned

Conocimientos

Customer service

Dispatcher system

Microsoft Windows

Excel

Excellent communication

Prioritize multitask

Team coordination

Educación

Associate's Degree

High school diploma

Herramientas

Dispatch software

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Dispatcher I - Lenexa, KS, Sunday to Thursday, 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Responsibilities include answering client pick-up request calls, planning and scheduling pick-ups, communicating with field operations and responding to customer inquiries/complaints. Assigns pick-ups to appropriate internal or external resources to ensure timely delivery to the lab.

Pay range

$17.20+ per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Responsibilities

• Answers client pick-up request calls and enter into dispatch system
• Determines if pick-up can be performed as requested by the client based upon multiple factors
• Assigns pickup and delivery destinations to courier
• Actively Listens to client concerns, conducts preliminary Research and forwards client to appropriate party or escalates issue to a Group Lead or Supervisor.
• May include other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

Required Work Experience:

• 1 to 3 years of customer service or Logistics Experience

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Ability to sit for long periods of time

Knowledge

• General knowledge of logistics operations
• Knowledge of Quest Diagnostics logistics policies and procedures

Skills

• Ability to handle a high volume of telephone calls and work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to learn Dispatch Application and accurately enter pickup requests
• Excellent computer skills, good working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Well organized, utilizes job aides, maps, etc., and can locate information readily
• Must be able to prioritize and handle multiple functions and service Multiple Regions simultaneously
• Ability to interface with other departments within the facility and company
• Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning information and data received
• Flexible and available based on staffing requirements; weekends, holidays, on-call, and overtime
• Job Competencies Include
  • Functional/Technical Skills
  • Integrity and Trust
  • Active Listening
  • Negotiating Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Drive for Results
  • Composure
  • Creativity
  • Priority Setting

Education

• Associate's Degree (Preferred)
• High school diploma or equivalent education is required

About The Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.