Medical Courier - Specialty

Quest Diagnostics; Saint Louis (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics in Saint Louis, MO seeks a Medical Courier to drive healthcare forward. You will pick up and deliver medical specimens and lab materials on a Monday–Friday schedule, 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM, with a non-CDL company vehicle and handheld scanners.

This role offers benefits from day one, competitive hourly pay, potential shift differentials, and opportunities for advancement. You’ll work independently, ensure timely deliveries, and uphold DOT/HIPAA safety standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s license with ≥3 years of driving experience.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record with ≤2 moving violations in 36 months.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems on the road.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stay on the move.
• Prior medical courier or logistics experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pick up, transport, and deliver medical specimens and lab materials; may cover additional routes.
• 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.
• Complete office and logistics operations tasks as needed, including training team members, packing and shipping specimens for flights, and other related duties.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Problem solving

Mobility tech

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Tools

Handheld scanners

Route software

Mobile apps

Job description

Description

Medical Courier – Specialty - Saint Louis, MO, Monday to Friday, 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM

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 predictable route
• 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
• Predictable hours to support work‑life balance
• Mission‑driven work — your role directly supports patient care and medical diagnostics

Pay range: $18.50+ per 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.

Responsibilities

What you’ll do:

• Pick up, transport, and deliver medical specimens and lab materials; may be asked to cover additional routes as needed
• 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
• Complete office and logistics operations tasks as needed, including training team members, packing and shipping specimens for flights, and other related duties

Qualifications

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.