OPS - Laboratory Courier

OPS - Laboratory Courier

Completion of 9th grade

Current classified Florida driver license appropriate to the type of vehicle operated. Possession of a classified driver license (CDL) may be required bases on the type of vehicle operated.

Courier Services:
Responsible for ensuring the verification of specimens picked up at various locations and optimum
transport of specimens at correct temperatures to maintain sample integrity. Responsible for recording,
monitoring, and maintaining the temperature ranges for frozen, ambient, incubated, and refrigerated
laboratory specimens.
Delivers mail and materials to clients as designated by the supervisor or lead courier on a daily basis.
Fills client supply orders on a daily basis and meets 24 hours turn-around for consumables and 48 hours
for printed material.
Enforces the laboratory specimen rejection / acceptance policy by confirming patient identification on
specimens and requisitions.
Maintains timeliness of assigned routes with associated timetables for each site to ensure turnaround
times and optimal specimen receipt and reporting are met. Create and maintain database (provided route
sheets) of stops, mileage, start and end times.
As directed by supervisor or lead courier, assists with new hire training, safety, policies and procedures.

Vehicle Maintenance:
Performs basic vehicle maintenance (ie: all necessary fluids, fuel, and normal lubricants kept at required
operating levels). Lights, as well as air pressure in tires, should be checked periodically. Maintains vehicle
in top operational condition and appearance. Operates in a non