Laboratory Courier

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a PRN Driver to safely transport laboratory specimens, documents, and supplies across the organization's locations. The role supports timely patient care and adheres to all safety and storage protocols.

Shift starts at 6:30 AM and ends at 2:30 AM, with variable days. Requires 1 year of parking or transportation experience, a high school diploma, and a valid Georgia driver's license. CDL preferred. Children's is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 1 year of parking or transportation experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Georgia driver's license with insurable driving record.
• Commercial driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive Children's vehicles to locations.
• Facilitate pick-up and delivery of medical specimens, documents, and supplies.
• Ensure timely deliveries with healthcare regulations and safety standards.
• Handle and transport medical specimens following safety protocols.
• Maintain records of deliveries and pickups.
• Communicate with laboratory staff and departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and keep vehicles clean and well-equipped.
• Comply with all policies concerning specimen transport.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Driving safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Work Shift

Variable

Work Day(s)

Variable

Shift Start Time

6:30 AM

Shift End Time

2:30 AM

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Children's is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We're committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children's.

Job Description

Provides safe transport of laboratory specimens, documents, and laboratory materials within the community, including Children's Healthcare of Atlanta locations and community physician practices. Proactively supports efforts that ensures delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Experience

• 1 year of parking or transportation experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial driver's license

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certification Summary

• Valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to apply sound judgment and confidentiality in handling patient health information
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to function independently without constant supervision
• Organization and time management skills
• Strong human relations and teamwork skills
• Personal motivation
• Ability to drive safely and following procedures and protocols
• Ability to drive and operate Children's vehicles

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for operating and driving Children's vehicles throughout the organization's premises as needed and to specified locations.
• Facilitate the pick-up and delivery of medical specimens, documents, and supplies among healthcare facilities, laboratories, and designated locations.
• Ensure timely deliveries while adhering to healthcare regulations and safety standards.
• Handle and transport medical specimens with precision, strictly following safety and storage protocols.
• Maintain detailed records of deliveries and pickups, noting any issues or discrepancies.
• Foster clear and professional communication with laboratory staff, team members, and other departments to ensure seamless operations.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections, ensuring the vehicle is clean, well-maintained, and equipped with necessary supplies.
• Comply with all laboratory policies and procedures concerning specimen transport.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

2220 North Druid Hills Road

Job Family

Laboratory Services