Specimen Transport Specialist I at NeoGenomics Laboratories – Plantation, Florida

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NeoGenomicsis looking for a Specimen Transport Specialist based out of oursite inPlantaionFLwho wants to continue to learnin order toallow our company to grow.

Shift Time: Monday - Friday. 12:00pm to 8:30pmwith a weekly shuttle run (1:00am-2:00am end)

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Position Summary:

The Transport Specialist will perform daily activities of making assigned specimen pickups per established departmental guidelines for the logistics department. This is the entry level in theLogisticsjob category and employees perform the full range of procedures related to the delivery of all supplies, reports and related materials to the route customer as requested.

Core Responsibilities:

Drives a vehicle topick-up, deliver, and properly store specimens and other materials with assigned route or on as needed basis

Demonstrates and promotes a positive image and communicates effectively to clients, employees and the public in general

Perform route audits and quality assurance checks of samples

Maintain knowledge of multiple routes to back up assigned drivers

Communicates appropriately with clients, coworkersand timegeneral public

Ensures all specimens are collected accurately and on time

Maintains required records and documentation of all items received and delivered

Reports on time to work, following attendance guidelines

Keeps vehicle area neat and clean; Disposes of biohazard containers when scheduled

Service vehicles driven, such as checking fluid levels and replenishing fuel; retains and submits all fuel receipts and fuel maintenance logs to the Logistics Supervisor or lead on a weekly basis

Adheres to departmental and company code of grooming and uniform policies,appearing neat and clean at all times

Assists Accessioning with incoming specimens throughout the day

Other duties as assigned by Logistics Manager or Logistics Supervisor/Lead

Education, Experience and Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

1+ years previous driving experience preferred. Prior medical courier experience and prior customer service experience preferred.

Ability to read a map

Ability to read and write English

Valid state driver’s license with clean driving record

Ability, on a consistent basis, to sit during shift, excluding meal and rest period

Ability to move and lift 50 pounds and maneuver packages of any weight above 50 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person

Good customer service skills required

Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel desired

Must be able to work in a biohazard environment and comply with safety policies and standards outlined in the Safety Manual