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Lab Courier - Per Diem FLEX

Cayuga Health System
On-site
Ithaca, New York, United States
$16 - $17.39 USD hourly

Lab Courier - Per Diem

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs. 


This position is responsible for delivering supplies and retrieving specimens from Outside offices, nursing homes and any other outreach business for Cayuga Medical Center Laboratory


Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Follows courier schedule
  • Keeps courier cars clean and presentable at all times
  • Maintains and makes sure all supplies are delivered to correct offices and PSC's
  • Maintains universal precautions and infection control techniques as appropriate
  • Uses the MCE device properly and makes sure all dispatches are acknowledged during the day
  • Reports any repairs or needs for the vehicle to the supervisor or manager
  • Follows all New York State traffic laws and the facilities SOP for courier vehicles
  • Regularly utilizes Outlook to maintain current information and continuing education that must be accomplished
  • Is flexible and willing to make changes for the benefit of the team

  • HS Diploma or equivalent experience
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Demonstrable customer service skills

Physical Requirements:

  • Repetitive use of hands (MCE device). Ability to move and lift heavy objects up to the weight of 20 pounds . Able to sit for long periods of time

Location and Travel Requirements:

  • Onsite at our Main Campus

Pay Range Disclosure:

  • $16.00 to $17.39 per hour

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.


We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.


If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.