Laboratory Courier

Job DetailsJob Location: Lake Region Healthcare Corporation - FERGUS FALLS, MN 56537Position Type: Casual (Less than 32 hrs every 2 weeks)Salary Range: $16.85 - $21.36 HourlyJob Category: LaboratoryThe Laboratory Courier picks up and delivers medical specimens and packages for the laboratories, ensuring timely, safe, and accurate delivery in a regional area.  Courier is responsible for vehicle maintenance (not cost.)  Duties include but are not limited to: Receive medical items and understand instructions from the healthcare facility. Ensure that medical item/s are securely stored in the delivery vehicle. Ensure that the documentation corresponds to each item. Ensure that all documentation is credible and accurate. Map out a route to the destination, considering traffic and mileage. Ensure the punctual collection and delivery of medical items from the healthcare facility. Ensure that recipients sign delivery receipts and designations are verified. Ensure the safety of each item delivered. Log mileage and maintenance information on the company logbook. Accurately count and take inventory of medical items to be collected or delivered. Perform all duties within HIPAA regulations. Responsible for scheduling car maintenance and following up with Facilities Director.   Hours/Shifts Casual (less than 32 hours biweekly)   Compensation Hourly Wage Range: $16.85-$21.36/hour. Please note that final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations.   Benefit Offerings Lake Region Healthcare is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefit program designed to meet your unique needs. This includes medical and dental coverage; HSA, FSA and 401k plans; EAP, life and disability coverage; voluntary accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity coverage; pet insurance, ID theft protection and legal services. For eligible new employees, the effective date of coverage for most plans is the first of the month, following a 30-day waiting period.   EEOC Lake Region Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent.  Must be licensed to operate a vehicle and have a satisfactory driving record.  1 year of general work experience preferred.