Lab Courier Services Dispatcher - 1st Shift

The Lab Courier Dispatcher (1st Shift) provides high quality professional support to internal and external customers in a manner which meets or exceeds defined department objectives. Receives and transmits client information via computer and telephone to hospital staff and couriers. Completes all duties with a first time right mindset.

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• Obtains and accurately documents client information/requests and dispatches couriers appropriately. Documents designated communications/evens in written logs and computerized databases.
• Assists in development of computer program, report design, and monthly statistical reports. Maintains working knowledge of all client services databases and report formats.
• Assists in training of new staff and documents their progress per department guidelines.
• Addresses client concerns by researching problems and identifying resolutions, using basic troubleshooting skills.
• Maintains schedule to complete routine and on-demand routes daily.
• Handles requests for pick-ups and deliveries from lab, pharmacy, homecare, referring hospitals, clinics, physician offices and outpatient centers as needed. Documents all route information and pick-ups per department guidelines.
• Evaluates and monitors weather conditions throughout shift to preplan for anticipated trips and delays throughout region.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills:

• Skill in using database and spreadsheet software highly preferred. Analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• bility to multi-task.

Experience:

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSOCCASIONALLY: 1-33% OF THE TIME (0.5 TO 2.5 HOURS)

• Squat/kneel
• Climb stairs
• Standing
• Walking
• Reaching above shoulder
• Lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs.
• Pushing/pulling up to 25 lbs.
• Exposure to Blood and/or bodily fluids
• Exposure to Communicable diseases and/or pathogens
• Exposure to chemicals/medicationsUsage of Patient equipment
• Exposure to fumes/gases/vaporsExposure to biohazard waste
• Usage of machineryWorking outsideWorking in hot or cold environments

FREQUENTLY: 34-66% OF THE TIME (2.6 TO 5.0 HOURS)

• Hand use: grasping, gripping, burning

CONTINUOUSLY: 67-100% OF THE TIME (5.1 TO 12 HOURS OR GREATER)

• Bend/twist
• Sitting
• Flexing/extending of neck
• Repetitive hand/arm usage
• Computer skills
• Lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs.
• Audible speech
• Hearing acuity
• Depth perception
• Color vision
• Peripheral vision
• Seeing- far/near
• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Interpreting data skills

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet