Laboratory Courier

The Lab Courier provides transport and support for Nationwide Children's Hospital, the Department of Laboratory Medicine and their clients. Couriers are responsible for driving NCH provided vehicles for courier routes, with exception to those positions defined in NCH courier procedures. Completes all duties with a first time right mindset.Schedule: Full-Time, 8AM-4PM or 2PM-10PM, Benefits EligibleThe moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We’re 16,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes aCollaborative Cultureto deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to fosternewdiscoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere.Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s achanceto use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud. Maintains schedule to complete routine and on-demand routes daily. Handles pick-ups and deliveries from lab, pharmacy, homecare, referring hospitals, clinics, physician offices and outpatient centers. Documents all route information and pick-ups per department guidelines.Evaluates and monitors weather conditions throughout shift to preplan for anticipated trips and delays throughout region.Maintains safety of cargo and vehicle in accordance with hospital guidelines.Assists in training of new staff and documents their progress per department guidelines.Provides customer service in an efficient and effective manner to ensure customer satisfaction and quality patient care.Education: High School Diploma or equivalentLicensure: Valid Ohio driver's license as required by hospital policy. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children's HospitalSkills: Strong verbal and written communication skills and basic computer knowledge. Ability to use hospital provided cell phone and communication tracking system.MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSOCCASIONALLY: 1-33% OF THE TIME (0.5 TO 2.5 HOURS)Reaching above shoulderComputer skillsLifting/carrying up to 100 lbs. or greater may need assistancePushing/pulling up to 100 lbs. or greater may need assistanceExposure to fumes/gases/vapors Usage of power toolsUse of electricity Loud noises FREQUENTLY: 34-66% OF THE TIME (2.6 TO 5.0 HOURS)Bend/twist Squat/kneelClimb stairsStandingWalkingSittingFlexing/extending of neckHand use: grasping, gripping, burningLifting/carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 60 lbs. Exposure to Communicable diseases and/or pathogensExposure to chemicals/medicationsUsage of Patient equipmentCONTINUOUSLY: 67-100% OF THE TIME (5.1 TO 12 HOURS OR GREATER)Repetitive hand/arm usageDriving (Work required)Lifting/carrying up to 20 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 40lbs. Audible speechHearing acuity Depth perceptionColor visionPeripheral visionSeeing- far/nearProblem solving skillsDecision making skillsInterpreting data skillsExposure to Blood and/or bodily fluidsExposure to biohazard wasteUsage of machineryWorking outsideWorking in hot or cold environments The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

Created: 2024-10-19