DLO Evening Shift Route Service Rep

Essential Functions

• Report to work on time and prepared for each scheduled shift
• Perform all assigned duties and processes, including tasks for which you are fully qualified and those within your demonstrated capabilities
• Maintain a positive, professional, and supportive attitude throughout the workday
• Work collaboratively as a team member and contribute to a respectful, productive work environment

Responsibilities

• Primary duty is to perform basic route services as required
• Pick up specimens and verify, within established parameters, that the test requisitions have been filled out correctly and that the specimens have been submitted properly
• Deliver specimens to designated laboratory/distribution site using appropriate handling, storage, and transportation methods, including the use of transport containers, dry ice, cold packs, etc., to maintain specimen integrity
• Establish and maintain positive client relations
• Complete and submit all administrative forms such as daily route logs, Client Concern forms, supply requisitions and special transportation forms
• Help with the packing of specimens for transport to the Core Laboratory
• Maintain compliance with all safe driving regulations and vehicle maintenance procedures as established by government agencies and company policies
• Adhere to DLO policies and procedures, including attendance, compliance and safety

Qualifications

Required Experience:

• Proficient in verbal communication with internal and external contacts
• Customer oriented with excellent interpersonal skills
• Previous Medical Laboratory experience is a plus

Special Requirements:

• Valid drivers license with a good driving record
• Participates in growth and development of the department
• Reflects the company's values in all aspects of performance
• Must be a team player
• May be called upon to perform duties other than listed in job description
• Overtime may be required with business needs

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Travel <25% - various locations in a specified geography
• Able to get in and out of a vehicle multiple times per day
• Extensive use of phone and handheld device (PC)
• Prolonged standing/sitting/walking/driving
• Fine dexterity with hands/steadiness
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds; may occasionally need to lift 50 pounds; carrying up to 15 pounds for several minutes at a time
• Able to climb stairs multiple times per day
• 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

Education

• High school diploma/GED strongly preferred, or commensurate work experience required

Technical Training or Professional Licensing

• Valid State driver's license with a driving record that meets Quest/DLO Driver's Safety requirements