On-Demand Medical Courier – LA County

Rapid Medical; Downey (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapid Medical in Downey, CA is hiring reliable Medical Couriers to service routes across Los Angeles County. You’ll drive your own insured vehicle to transport specimens, lab materials, and medical supplies between hospitals, clinics, and laboratories—upholding chain-of-custody, HIPAA, and company standards at every stop.

This is an ON-DEMAND position with no fixed route. Rapid Medical offers a full-time role with 8 hours per day, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Background check and drug screening required.
• Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Own reliable, insured vehicle (sedan, SUV, or van—route dependent).
• Smartphone with active data plan (dispatch & POD app).

Responsibilities

• Run on-demand pick-ups and deliveries across LA County as dispatch assigns them (including Public Health and DHS facilities).
• Handle specimens at room temp, refrigerated, and frozen—ensuring secure, timely, and accurate transfer.
• Capture complete Proof of Delivery (POD) with photos and timestamps in the company portal.
• Communicate clearly with dispatch about ETAs, route changes, delays, or incidents.
• Follow infection-control and biohazard procedures; elevate temperature deviations or discrepancies immediately.
• Perform daily vehicle pre/post inspections and maintain a clean, professional appearance.
• Adhere to HIPAA, DOT, and OSHA compliance requirements at all times.
• Prior courier experience preferred (medical or logistics).

Skills

Customer service

Strong communication

Punctual

Reliable transportation

Lifting 50 lbs

Attention to detail

Tools

POD app

Job description

Rapid Medical in Downey, CA is hiring reliable Medical Couriers to service routes across Los Angeles County. You’ll drive your own insured vehicle to transport specimens, lab materials, and medical supplies between hospitals, clinics, and laboratories—upholding chain-of-custody, HIPAA, and company standards at every stop.

This is an ON-DEMAND position with no fixed route. Rapid Medical offers a full-time role with 8 hours per day, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday.