COURIER FULL-TIME DAY-SHIFT

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COURIER, FULL-TIME, DAY-SHIFT
Req #:
223024
Department:
LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY
Job Location:
Other Location
Posting Date:
05/30/2023 
Closing Info:
Open Until Filled 
Salary:
$3260 per month 
Other Compensation:
Union Position:
Yes
Shift:
First Shift 
Benefits:
As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.
The Department of Laboratory Medicine serves as a regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for patient care, research, and educational programs in laboratory medicine. The department now employs 1400 people who work at the award-winning **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Medical Center (ranked among the top medical centers in the United States as rated by U.S. News & World Report), Harborview Medical Center (the region's only Level I Trauma center, known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally- and medically- vulnerable populations.), and many other clinical and research facilities in the area. The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. (UW) is proud to be one of the nations premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, and natural beauty.


The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology department has an outstanding opportunity for a COURIER, FULL-TIME, DAY-SHIFT
.  This route travels to Wenatchee.


SCHEDULE:
Monday thru Thursday from 10am-6:30pm


RESPONSIBILITIES:
Drives a University vehicle to transport laboratory specimens, laboratory reports, supplies and other designated materials between UWMC and medical facilities and laboratories within Washington State.
Works with bio hazardous specimens, including tissues and fluids, which may be contain viruses or other infectious particles or microorganisms. May work near contagious patients.  Must be vigilant about risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens through needle stick or spillage.
Adheres to Universal Precaution procedures at all times when handling or transporting biohazardous materials.
Maintains integrity of specimens being transported with regard to specimen temperature, intactness of containers/packaging, and absence of specimen loss or incorrect delivery.
Prepares / gathers lab supplies and related material to be delivered to client locations.
Performs assigned route in appropriate amount of time.
Exercises independent judgment in determining ability to accommodate clients' requests for additional service within the assigned shift.
Maintains accurate records of route stops and specimens transported.
Knows UW Fleet Services rules and regulations and adheres to them at all times.
Keeps assigned University vehicle clean, and fuel tank sufficiently filled as per protocol. Participates in / supports UW Fleet Services vehicle maintenance program.
Participate in and supports quality assessment and improvement activities.
Receptive to new ideas and procedures.
Adapts to changes in route / schedule as necessary.
Open to receiving direction and asks for assistance when needed.
Will use digital devices such as computers and smart phones regularly.

Responds promptly to calls or texts.

Can and does access Workday and other UW online resources for personal and employment data, training or other assignments, and education opportunities

Keeps passwords up to date and checks UW email once per week at a minimum.
Teaches and demonstrates tasks and shares job knowledge with trainees as assigned.
Maintains a customer service focus and service attitude in all situations encountered. Communicates in a cooperative and professional manner with team members and client contacts in the medical facilities for which courier service is provided.
Performs other duties as assigned.


REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid Washington State vehicle operator's license.


DESIRED REQUIREMENTS:
Safe driving record as evidenced by provision of a minimum 3-year driving abstract.
Professional driving experience.
Experience handling bio-hazardous laboratory specimens and familiarity with universal precautions.
Experience with customer service relations.
Demonstrated success working independently with minimal supervision.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, **** or ****
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law
COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT
Employees of the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage
for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.
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Posted:
2023-06-01
Expires:
2023-07-01
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