Laboratory Courier I

Inside Higher Ed; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 22,799 - 23,074; Full time

Job summary

A university in Florida is seeking a full-time Laboratory Courier. The ideal candidate will ensure the safe transport of specimens, maintain temperature integrity, and deliver mail and materials. Applicants should have completed the ninth grade and possess a valid driver’s license. Preferred candidates will also have knowledge of medical terminology and experience in customer service or medical courier roles. Strong organizational skills and communication abilities are essential. Apply promptly as the position closes on January 15, 2026.

Qualifications

• Completion of ninth grade and possession of a classified driver license appropriate to the type of vehicle operated.

Responsibilities

• Ensure verification of specimens picked up at various locations.
• Record, monitor, and maintain temperature ranges for specimens.
• Deliver mail and materials to clients as designated.
• Fill client supply orders daily.
• Enforce laboratory specimen rejection/acceptance policy.
• Maintain timeliness of assigned routes.
• Assist with new-hire training and safety policies.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance.
• Operate safely on all roadways.
• Report potential vehicle malfunctions and accidents.
• Represent the company professionally to customers.
• Provide support to laboratory personnel as required.

Skills

Good verbal and writing skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Medical courier experience

Background in customer service

Strong organizational skills

Critical thinking skills

Education

Completion of 12th grade or equivalent

Job description

Laboratory Courier I (Job No: 538339)

Location: Main Campus, Gainesville, FL

Work Type: Full Time

Salary: $16.55 - $16.75 per hour

Health Assessment Required: Yes

Job Details

• Full‑time position
• References: UF PATH LABS Department 29081100 - MD-PATH
• Applications close: 15 January 2026

Responsibilities

• Ensure verification of specimens picked up at various locations and optimal transport at correct temperatures to maintain sample integrity.
• Record, monitor, and maintain temperature ranges for frozen, ambient, incubated, and refrigerated laboratory specimens.
• Deliver mail and materials to clients as designated by supervisor or lead courier on a daily basis.
• Fill client supply orders daily and meet 24‑hour turnaround for consumables and 48‑hour turnaround for printed material.
• Enforce laboratory specimen rejection/acceptance policy by confirming patient identification on specimens and requisitions.
• Maintain timeliness of assigned routes with associated timetables, ensuring turnaround times are met. Create and maintain database (provided route sheets) of stops, mileage, start and end times.
• Assist with new‑hire training, safety, policies, and procedures as directed by supervisor or lead courier.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance (fluids, fuel, lubricants, lights, tire pressure) and keep vehicle in top operational condition and appearance.
• Operate safely on all roadways, slowing for rough roads, railroad crossings, construction sites, and adhering to posted speed limits.
• Report potential vehicle malfunctions, accidents, medication use impairments, and cleanliness to supervisor.
• Speak conscientiously to customers, represent the company professionally, and escalated customer concerns or opportunities to management.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and critical‑thinking skills, identify potential customers along routes, and communicate discoveries to PathLabs Client Relations team.
• Provide support to laboratory personnel as required.

Qualifications

• Completion of ninth grade and possession of a classified driver license appropriate to the type of vehicle operated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of 12th grade or equivalent.
• Good verbal and writing skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Medical courier experience.
• Background in customer service.
• Experience with product deliveries and fulfillment.

Application Instructions

• Open to current UF employees only.
• Upload cover letter and resume.
• Veteran’s preference: submit DD‑214 copy with application.
• Submit by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of posting end date.
• Apply at https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538339.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.