Transportation Driver / Sun-Thurs 6PM - 12AM (30 hours)

Versiti Blood Center of Illinois; Tinley Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,349,000 - 56,482,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

Versiti Blood Center of Illinois is seeking a transportation courier to execute standard delivery and pickup tasks for blood products, donor centers, and supply routes. You will follow safety procedures and regulatory standards, ensuring timely, accurate, and courteous service across multiple locations.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong map reading, and a commitment to patient safety, with shift differential and benefits provided for full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 4-6 years experience as a route driver preferred.

Responsibilities

• Executes Versiti policies and procedures for internal blood product deliveries and returns.
• Performs donor center pick-ups, supply deliveries, and distribution transfers.
• Completes pre-trip inspections and vehicle upkeep.
• Demonstrates safety and regulatory compliance in all tasks.
• Provides courteous, accurate customer service and timely deliveries.
• Completes paperwork accurately and follows SOPs.

Skills

MVR check

Map reading

Customer service

Independent & cooperative

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Versiti vehicles

Hand trucks

Coolers

Hand-held tablet

Job description

Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Versiti Supervisor Transportation, executes standard processes and policies for transportation courier services including blood product hospital deliveries and returns, donor center and mobile blood pick-ups, supply deliveries, distribution site transfers, Diagnostic Lab sample pick-ups, Pharmacy deliveries, and Donor Testing Lab tube deliveries, in a safe and timely fashion while meeting customer expectations and complying with applicable regulatory standards.

Total Rewards Package

Compensation

The target salary for this position is $18.66 per hour.

The target salary is based on internal averages. Versiti sets salary ranges aligned to local markets in which the job is performed. Compensation decisions take into account internal salary averages and differentiation based on education, experience, skills, and performance. Specific salary and benefits information is shared at the time of the phone screening based on your location and qualifications.

Benefits

Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays, Short- and Long-term disability, life insurance, 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k), voluntary programs, discount programs, others.

• Earn additional shift differential for evening and weekend hours:
  • $1.50/hour for hours worked after 6:00 PM
  • $2.00/hour for weekend hours

Responsibilities

• Executes Versiti policies and procedures for internal blood product hospital deliveries and returns, donor center pick-ups, equipment, interoffice mail, supply deliveries, distribution site transfers, Diagnostic Lab sample pick-ups, Pharmacy deliveries, Donor Testing Lab tube deliveries
• Ensures the safety, purity, potency and efficacy of products by following Versiti procedures in handling of all blood and blood products
• Communicates any fleet maintenance needs, completes pre-trip and post-trip inspections, fuels vehicles, and general vehicle upkeep
• Organize non-scheduled STAT deliveries and special requests to maintain efficiency and meet customer requirements
• Practices defensive driving techniques, complete vehicle driving and safety training course (online or in person)
• Executes Versiti customer service strategies designed to meet and/or exceed customer requirements
• Completes all Versiti required training on time
• Adheres to the laboratory safety policies as outlined in the department manual and employee handbook
• Responsible for vehicle cleanliness, assuring no products, equipment, samples or materials remain in the vehicle at the end of the shift
• Appropriate appearance and uniform required
• Complete all paperwork correctly
• Demonstrates courtesy for other drivers and consideration for weather and road conditions
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
• Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
• Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma required

Experience

• 4-6 years experience as a route driver preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must pass Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check
• Ability to follow directions and read a map
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively
• Exceptional problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability and motivation to cross train in Hospital Services

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver’s license required

Tools and Technology

• Versiti vehicles required
• Hand trucks required
• Coolers required
• Hand-held tablet/mobile device required

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