Specialized Medical Courier - Polokwane Region

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided vehicle

Fuel allowance

Retirement fund

Flexible part-time hours

Training on handling medical materials

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Specialized Medical Courier to service the Polokwane, Limpopo region. This role involves the secure and timely transportation of sensitive medical supplies, specimens, and equipment between healthcare facilities, laboratories, and patient locations.

The courier must maintain temperature control and uphold privacy and professionalism. The position offers a company-provided vehicle, flexible part-time hours, and opportunities to contribute to healthcare

Qualifications

• Valid South African driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Experience as a courier, preferably in medical/pharmaceutical delivery.
• Familiarity with Polokwane, Limpopo area and surrounding routes.
• Ability to maintain temperature/handling requirements for medical goods.

Responsibilities

• Transport medical supplies, specimens, medications, and diagnostic samples securely within the Polokwane region.
• Maintain designated temperature and handling requirements during transit.
• Adhere to collection and delivery schedules for punctuality.
• Ensure cleanliness and proper functioning of the delivery vehicle and equipment.
• Maintain logs and records of deliveries and transit conditions.
• Communicate delivery status to healthcare facilities, laboratories, and dispatchers.

Skills

Reliable

Time management

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Valid SA driver’s license (Code 08 or higher)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and reliable Specialized Medical Courier to serve the Polokwane, Limpopo region. This vital role involves the secure and timely transportation of sensitive medical supplies, specimens, and equipment between healthcare facilities, laboratories, and patient locations. Accuracy, discretion, and a commitment to maintaining specific transport conditions (e.g., temperature control) are paramount. The successful candidate will operate a dedicated vehicle, ensuring the integrity and safety of all transported items. This position requires a high degree of professionalism and excellent customer service skills when interacting with healthcare professionals and patients. This is a physically demanding role with precise scheduling requirements, necessitating on-site presence within Polokwane and its surrounding areas. We are seeking an individual who understands the critical nature of medical logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport medical supplies, specimens, medications, and diagnostic samples securely and efficiently within the Polokwane region.
• Maintain designated temperature and handling requirements for all sensitive medical materials during transit.
• Adhere strictly to all collection and delivery schedules, ensuring punctuality and reliability.
• Ensure the cleanliness and proper functioning of the delivery vehicle and any specialized transport equipment.
• Maintain accurate logs and records of all deliveries, pickups, and transit conditions.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare facilities, laboratory staff, and dispatchers regarding delivery status and any potential issues.
• Handle all medical items with utmost care and professionalism, respecting patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Perform routine vehicle checks and report any maintenance needs promptly.
• Comply with all relevant health and safety regulations and company protocols in Limpopo.
• Respond professionally to urgent delivery requests as required.

Requirements

• A valid South African driver's license (Code 08 or higher) with a clean driving record.
• Proven experience as a courier, preferably with a background in medical or pharmaceutical delivery.
• Familiarity with the Polokwane, Limpopo area and surrounding routes.
• Ability to understand and maintain specific temperature and handling requirements for medical goods.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interaction with healthcare professionals.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and possess a high level of personal integrity.
• Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and provide necessary certifications.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for overtime.
• Company-provided vehicle and fuel allowance.
• Opportunity to work in a critical and rewarding sector of healthcare logistics.
• Flexible part-time working hours.
• Training on handling specialized medical materials.
• Contribution to a retirement fund.