Hospital Courier

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital seeks a dedicated individual for a contingent transport position. You'll provide vital logistical support, driving hospital vehicles for courier routes and on-demand jobs. Strong communication skills and maintaining a valid driver's license are critical for this role.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and the ability to adapt to various responsibilities, including handling deliveries and managing schedules efficiently. Commitment to quality patient care is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance required.
• Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection and maintain insurance qualifications.
• Ability to drive and use hospital provided communication devices.

Responsibilities

• Provides transport and support for various departments within the hospital.
• Maintains schedule for routine and on-demand deliveries.
• Evaluates weather conditions to preplan for trips.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Position Type: Contingent Position, as needed/on call. Rotating Holiday and Weekends.

Job Description Summary

Provides transport and support for Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the Department of Laboratory Medicine and their clients. Drives NCH provided vehicles for courier routes and on-demand jobs.

Essential Functions

• Maintains schedule to complete routine and on-demand routes daily.
• Handles pick-ups and deliveries from lab, pharmacy, homecare, referring hospitals, clinics, physician offices and outpatient centers.
• Documents all route information and pick-ups per department guidelines.
• Evaluates and monitors weather conditions throughout shift to preplan for anticipated trips and delays throughout region.
• Maintains safety of cargo and vehicle in accordance with hospital guidelines.
• Assists in training of new staff and documents their progress per department guidelines.
• Provides customer service in an efficient and effective manner to ensure customer satisfaction and quality patient care.

Education Requirement

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills and basic computer knowledge. Ability to use hospital provided cell phone and communication tracking system.

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY: Computer skills, Electricity, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying 61-100 lbs, Loud Noises, Power Tools, Pushing / Pulling 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder
• FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Chemicals/Medications, Climb stairs/ladder, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Lifting / Carrying 21-40 lbs, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling 41-60 lbs, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking
• CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Cold Temperatures, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Hearing acuity, Hot Temperatures, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying 11-20 lbs, Machinery, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling 26-40 lbs, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Working Outdoors

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet