Medical Courier jobs in Seattle, WA

Alternate Work Shift

The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has three outstanding opportunities for Medical Laboratory Couriers. The opportunities are:

Route 4, Full-time

Monday through Friday, 12:00pm 8:30pm

This route starts at the Northgate office complex and drives as far north as Edmonds and as far south Tacoma.

Route 5, Full-time

Monday through Friday, 2:30pm-11:00pm

This route starts at the Northgate office complex, drives to Bellingham and returns to Seattle with stops in Mount Vernon, Arlington, Mountlake Terrace, Shoreline, and Edmonds.

Route 10, Full-time

Monday through Friday, 3:30pm-12:00am

What We Offer

Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays.

Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.

Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, and retirement plan options.

Lots of free fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.

State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.

Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a UW employee.

Relocation incentive for eligible new employees.

Required Position Qualifications

Possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.

Primary Job 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 biohazardous specimens. Must be vigilant about risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens through needle stick or spillage.

Transports lab supplies and related materials to client locations on an as needed basis.

Performs assigned route.

Exercises independent judgment in determining ability to accommodate clients' requests for additional service within the assigned shift.

Maintains accurate records of individual route stops and specimens transported.

Keeps assigned University vehicle clean, and fuel tank sufficiently filled per RLS Courier Group protocol.

Teaches and demonstrates tasks and shares job knowledge with trainees as assigned.

About Us

A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally. To learn more about our team, please click HERE

UW Medicine includes Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington 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 University of Washington 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, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

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