Full Time Lab Courier

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.

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DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• The Courier is responsible for assuring appropriate specimen pick-up at offsite clinics, physician offices, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women Laboratory and Moss Memorial Health Clinic Monday through Friday.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Accepts properly packed and labeled specimens for referral to LCMH, Moss Memorial Health Clinic and LCMHW laboratories with appropriate orders for transportation.
• Transports specimens being referred to LCMH laboratories according to OSHA standards and hospital/laboratory standard operating procedures.
• Delivers laboratory reports and supplies for the collection of specimens that will be referred to LCMH laboratories.
• Picks up dry ice for referral section of the laboratory as needed.
• Only transport items directly related to hospital or laboratory business.
• Responsible for assuring courier vehicle cleanliness, organization and preventive maintenance at scheduled time frames.
• Assures compliance with courier services policies and procedures.
• Assures that all specimens for transport are handled in compliance with the courier specimen tracking procedure.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• The individual must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Must be an experienced driver.
• Good driving skills.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be at risk for exposure to blood-borne pathogens and tuberculosis.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Mental competence and alertness, dexterity and accuracy of physical movements; clear, concise, pleasant speaking abilities; accurate hearing is essential; visual acuity is a must; stability of emotional make up is essential.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.