Medical Courier - Advanced

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differential opportunities

Benefits from day one

401(k) match

Uniforms provided

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated in Salem, VA is seeking a Medical Courier - Advanced to join our mobile team. This role involves delivering medical specimens and lab materials on a dynamic schedule, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and professional communication with healthcare staff.

You will operate a non‑CDL company vehicle, use scanners and route software, and support patient care by ensuring timely deliveries.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with 3+ years of driving experience.
• Clean motor vehicle record with limited violations in the past 36 months.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems on the road.
• Comfortable using mobile devices and scanning tools.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stay on the move during shifts.
• Experience in medical, courier, or logistics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pick up, transport, and deliver medical specimens and lab materials.
• Communicate professionally with doctors, nurses, and lab staff to ensure timely deliveries.
• Safely operate a company‑provided vehicle (non-CDL).
• Use handheld scanners, route software, and mobile apps to track deliveries.
• Ensure proper specimen handling, labeling, storage, and documentation.
• Comply with DOT, HIPAA, OSHA, and internal safety standards.
• Work a dynamic schedule including weekends and multiple shifts.
• May complete special assignments or assist with group lead duties as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Customer service

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Independent on-road work

Job description

Job Description

Medical Courier - Advanced - Salem, VA, Monday to Friday, 11:00 AM to 8:30 PM (Varies Daily), with rotational weekends

Drive health forward — with a career that goes the distance.

At Quest Diagnostics, your deliveries don’t just move packages—they move healthcare forward. Join a trusted team of professionals ensuring life‑saving diagnostics reach patients quickly and safely. You’ll be the face of our diagnostic services, helping ensure that every test gets to where it needs to go, accurately and on time. If you’re reliable, customer‑focused, and love being on the road, this role is for you.

Why choose Quest over the rest?

• You’ll make a real difference in people’s lives – every day
• Work independently in a mobile role with a dynamic work schedule
• Exceptional benefits from day one, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, wellness programs, short- and long‑term disability, 401(k) with company match, and employee stock purchase plan, based on eligibility
• Career advancement opportunities through internal mobility and continuous development
• Mission‑driven work — your role directly supports patient care and medical diagnostics

Pay range: $21.26 / 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.

What you’ll do:

• Pick up, transport, and deliver medical specimens and lab materials
• Communicate professionally with doctors, nurses, and lab staff to ensure timely deliveries
• Safely operate a company‑provided vehicle (non-CDL)
• Use handheld scanners, route software, and mobile apps to track deliveries
• Ensure proper specimen handling, labeling, storage, and documentation
• Comply with all DOT, HIPAA, OSHA, and internal safety standards
• Work a dynamic schedule: you may cover routes on multiple shifts and/or weekends
• May complete special assignments such as training, pack out, air; may work with special projects and clients, and may assist with Group Lead duties
• Cover routes and functions deemed necessary, including covering multiple shifts and providing coverage on an emergency basis

What you need:

• Valid Driver’s license with a minimum of 3 years driving experience and documentation of a Motor Vehicle Record with no more than two moving violation convictions within the previous 36-month period, with none in the most recent 12 months.
• Great customer service and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, with reliable documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and problem‑solve on the road
• Comfortable using mobile devices or scanning tools
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and be on the move for much of your shift
• Prior medical, customer service, courier, or logistics experience is strongly preferred

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Annual merit increases and bonus opportunities
• Exceptional benefits starting day one – including medical, dental, vision, and more for eligible roles
• Paid time off, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement
• Uniforms provided
• Full‑time and part‑time roles available across the U.S.

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.