Medical Transport Specialist / Driver (Part-Time)

Medical Transport Specialist / Driver (Part-Time) - Melville, NY - Saturdays & Sundays 4:00PM-9:30PM

We will provide you a career with a leader in the healthcare industry, by offering a wide variety of opportunities, a diverse work environment, and a robust rewards package! We provide you the tools & support to learn, grow and advance in a healthcare/logistics operations career.

Quest Wants you!

• Do you want to make an impact in the Health of people in your community?
• Do you like to drive? (have you transported Biomed or Pharmaceuticals before)
• Are you tech savvy? (have used handheld scanners, Smart Phone, Computers)

What we offer:

• Career with a Leader in the Diagnostics Laboratory industry
• Competitive Salary
  • Annual merit increases and bonuses
• Career Advancement Potential
• All employees are provided with a Quest Diagnostics vehicle during work shift
• Realistic Job Preview: Role of a Medical Transport Specialist / Driver

Pay Range: $17.20 - $26.41 / hour

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

Part-time employees (29 hours or less per week) are eligible for:

• Paid Time Off and Health Time (part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
• Paid Holidays (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Blueprint for Wellness
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Training provided!

• Responsible for compliance with all processes including and not limited to: timekeeping, attendance and punctuality, vehicle safety and cleanliness, safety and OSHA requirements, handheld /scanning device and usage, proper handling and storage of all samples from the client office to the drop off point, proper packing of specimens for shipment, end of day vehicle checks, dress code, code of conduct and all Company / Regional / Logistics policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the safe and timely transportation of specimens, supplies, reports, equipment and materials to the appropriate destination.
• Responsible for operating company vehicle safely as well as maintaining a valid driver's license and driving record within acceptable company guidelines.
• Ensure route is started with proper equipment tools. i.e., route scanner sync/paper logs, carry bag, properly prepared coolers for 3 separate thermal storage, dry ice, cell phone, keys, door hangers, observation reports, etc.
• Follow route as scheduled/sequenced while allowing for will-call stops and special pickups.
• Maintain specimen integrity at all times, including the utilization of specimen carry bag to transport specimens from client office/lock box to vehicle by temperature.
• Follow all scan/documentation requirements including but not limited to tissue/irreplaceable and frozen tracking processes.
• Place Door Hanger for will-call clients with no specimens out. Place Door Hanger for Daily clients who regularly provide specimens but none are available at scheduled pick up. The RSR is required to notify their Supervisor and/or Team Leader of service issue for a next morning follow up.
• Communicate with Dispatch before leaving an area to ensure will-calls have been cleared.
• Keep route information, sequencing and all client notes up to date.
• Attendance and punctuality in meetings and training sessions.
• Meet all training requirements in a timely manner as assigned.
• Properly care for and maintain company equipment including scanners, telephones, vehicles etc... Communicate any deficiencies with equipment.
• Document and provide appropriate client satisfaction information to Logistics Management.
• Maintain professionalism and a service orientation with clients using Everyday Excellence and the Five Guiding Principles.
• Demonstrate Everyday Excellence in the Quest Behaviors; Agility, Customer Focus, Transparency, United as One Team and Performance Oriented.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Work Experience:

Valid Driver's license with a minimum of 1 year driving experience and documentation of a Motor Vehicle Record with < three moving violation convictions within the previous 36-month period.

Preferred Work Experience:

1 year of experience in a customer service, logistics, or delivery related job strongly preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Position requires travel
• Extensive use of phone and hand held device (PC)
• Must be flexible and available based on staffing requirements; weekends, holidays, on call and overtime.
• Prolonged standing/sitting/walking/driving
• Fine dexterity with hands/steadiness
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds; may occasionally need to lift 40 pounds; carrying up to 15 pounds for several minutes at a time
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with clients, supervisors and peers
• Vision-requires constant mental visual attention to details as well as ability to see well in limited light scenarios
• Balancing
• Bending/kneeling
• Pushing/pulling
• Reaching/twisting

Knowledge:

General computer knowledge and experience with handheld scanner equipment preferred.

Skills:

• Strong customer service skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong sense of collaboration
• Strong communication skills
• Strong decision-making skills
• Customer Focus
• Integrity
• Trust
• Act with a Sense of Urgency/ Importance
• Approachable
• Service driven
• Sincere
• Composure
• Professionalism
• Honesty
• Respect
• Patience
• Knowledgeable
• Humorous
• Self-Development
• Informing
• Drive for Results

EDUCATION

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets