Medical Courier - Weekends

Job Description

Job Description

Type : Part-Time

Location : Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Schedule : Rotating weekend shifts : 6 : 00 AM to 2 : 00 PM

Company Overview

A privately owned, CLIA-certified laboratory, Orion Laboratories provides high-quality clinical and diagnostic testing services to enhance the health and well-being of our communities.

As one of the largest independent laboratories in the Southeastern United States, we serve a diverse client base of individuals, physicians, hospitals, employers, and government agencies.

Our dynamic, inclusive, and growth-oriented workplace empowers our team to make a meaningful impact in healthcare. A firm commitment to excellence and innovation drives our growth and creates exciting opportunities for our team members, fostering a positive and productive environment where we take pride in our work and company.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a skilled Medical Courier to become a valuable member of our team based in Baton Rouge, LA. The medical courier will work with the operations team to pick up client samples in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner.

Routine daily tasks include supply deliveries, sample pick-ups, maintaining specimen integrity, logging of samples and communication of delays.

Couriers will be provided courier cars and gas by Orion Laboratories and additional supplies needed to complete deliveries.

Pay and Benefits :

$14.00 per hour

Key Responsibilities :

• Perform routine specimen pick-up and delivery to laboratory according to established standards, procedures, and guidelines.
• Call clients ahead of time to verify if pickups are needed.
• Check warehouse at the beginning of shift for supply deliveries to designated locations.
• Maintain company standards of customer service, timeliness, and attention to detail.
• Abide by all traffic ordinances, appropriate rates of speed, and defensive driving tactics.
• Follow CLIA, CAP, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in the respective policies.
• Ensure proper functions of courier car, including routine passes to verify no damages to the body or tires of the car. Report any problems or new issues to Operations Manager.
• Report any performance, compliance, or staffing-related issues to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Required Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications :

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Strong interpersonal skills that foster a positive work environment.
• Ability to diffuse tense situations and apply good judgment.
• Comfortable working effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and a clean driving record, if applicable.

Join us in maintaining high-quality laboratory services during our evening operations. If you have a passion for excellence and leadership, we encourage you to apply.

Orion is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of recruiting, hiring, and promoting qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by state or local law.

We comply with the minimum age requirements established by federal, state, and / or local laws and may request verification from applicants when deemed necessary.