Outpatient Pharmacy Courier (Per Diem)

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Upstate in Syracuse is seeking an Outpatient Pharmacy Courier (Per Diem) to efficiently pick up and deliver medications to patient homes using route-optimization software. The role includes handling STAT pickups, coordinating routes with clinics, and managing Will Call prescriptions.

Packaging must meet accreditation standards, including refrigeration as required. The position requires a valid NYS driver's license with a clean record, a high school diploma or higher, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Valid NYS driver's license and clean driving record.
• High school diploma or higher.
• Fluent reading, writing and speaking of English.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to walk, bend, push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Pick up and deliver medications to patient homes using courier software.
• Coordinate routes with clinics and home deliveries.
• Assist with Will Call system for patient prescription pickup.
• Package medications with proper refrigeration per accreditation standards.
• Handle STAT pickups as requested.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Fluent English

Education

High school diploma or higher

Tools

Courier software

Route optimization software

Job description

Outpatient Pharmacy Courier (Per Diem)

• Syracuse
• Allied Health
• PerDiem
• Opening on: May 17 2026
• Pharmacy-Retail
• Research Foundation
• Clerk I, N03
• 89621
• N/A

Job Summary:

The courier position is responsible for picking up and delivering medications to patient homes utilizing route optimization via courier software. Handles STAT pick-ups as requested. Coordination of routes, clinics and home patient medication deliveries. Helping to manage pharmacy Will Call system for patient prescription pickup. Packaging medications in appropriate boxes with appropriate refrigeration based on accreditation standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires possession of a valid and clean NYS driver's with a high school degree or higher. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary; read, write, and speak English fluently; possess strong customer service and interpersonal skills. Must be flexible, dependable, work well under pressure, and maintain a positive attitude. Ability to walk, bend, push, pull, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds required.

Work Days:

Rotating schedule between 8am-8pm. Weekends and holidays based on operational need.

Message to Applicants:

Salary Range-$17.72/hr - $22.10/hr

Recruitment Office: Human Resources