Laboratory Courier jobs in New York

Schedule: Full-Time - 1st Shift

Position: Courier - Entry Level - 40 hours/week - Full-time 1st Shift Only

Location: Laboratory Alliance of CNY; Syracuse, NY

ABOUT US:

Laboratory Alliance is the area’s largest state-licensed laboratory, providing clinical and anatomic pathology testing to a 16-county region in Central New York. As the laboratory of choice for most local healthcare providers, more than 10 million tests are performed annually at our three laboratories located within St. Joseph’s Health, Crouse Hospital, and at the Laboratory Alliance Operations Center in Syracuse, New York.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Transportation Supervisor, the Courier is responsible for driving assigned routes to pick up and deliver specimens, supplies, mail and other items as required to the appropriate location in a timely manner. All other duties as requested. May have contact with hospital employees, physicians, pathologists, nursing personnel, laboratory personnel, vendors, and regulatory or accrediting agencies. Frequent with physician office staff, delivery personnel, and vendors; will have community visibility throughout the region.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma, preferred.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Completes position responsibilities by following established guidelines and protocols within the appropriate time frame. Demonstrates good skills in all forms of communication. Works well with others in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation. Maintains education and development appropriate for position. Adheres to established department guidelines & protocols. Supports mission, vision and values.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS:

Exposure to communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, toxic substances, and other conditions common to a health care environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires walking, bending, pushing, pulling, stretching, and lifting. May require lifting greater than 50 lbs. Ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols.

SKILLS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid NYS Driver’s License. Proven interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to adapt to changing workload and stressful situations. Requires use of equipment such as automobile, hand carts, two way communication device, etc.

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