Laboratory Courier

Health Care Administrators Association® (HCAA); Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Administrators Association is seeking a reliable Lab Courier to transport clinical specimens, supplies, and mail to laboratories with accuracy and timeliness. You will follow routes, verify labels, and maintain safety and vehicle readiness.

This role requires a valid driver’s license, a clean MVR, and strong communication, judgment, and teamwork to support daily lab operations and customer service.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and a clean MVR.
• Ability to operate vehicles safely in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Route Management: Efficiently perform designated routes, adjust dynamically to meet client needs, and maintain scheduled stops.
• Specimen Handling: Verify proper labeling, ensure specimen integrity, and prioritize customer service.
• Transportation & Maintenance: Safely operate vehicles up to 650 miles per shift, follow all traffic laws, maintain cleanliness, report issues promptly, and ensure vehicles are fueled and parked correctly.
• Documentation & Communication: Log all stops and deliveries accurately using tracking devices, communicate effectively with team members and clients, and stay informed of operational updates.

Skills

Good judgment

Flexibility

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Job description

The Lab Courier is responsible for transporting clinical and anatomical specimens, supplies, and mail to ensure timely and accurate delivery for laboratory testing.

Key Duties Include

• Route Management: Efficiently perform designated routes, adjust dynamically to meet client needs, and maintain scheduled stops.
• Specimen Handling: Verify proper labeling, ensure specimen integrity, and prioritize customer service.
• Transportation & Maintenance: Safely operate vehicles up to 650 miles per shift, follow all traffic laws, maintain cleanliness, report issues promptly, and ensure vehicles are fueled and parked correctly.
• Documentation & Communication: Log all stops and deliveries accurately using tracking devices, communicate effectively with team members and clients, and stay informed of operational updates.

Qualifications

include a valid driver’s license, a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), and the ability to operate vehicles safely in various weather conditions.

Skills required include good judgment, flexibility, teamwork, attention to detail, and strong communication.

Overall, the role demands responsible driving, precise specimen handling, and excellent customer service to support laboratory operations.