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COURIER, REFERENCE LABORATORY SERVICES (PART-TIME, DAY SHIFT) Job at University of Washington

University of Washington Seattle, WA 98195

Job Information

  • Date Posted
    2024-06-06
  • Location
    Seattle, WA 98195
  • Job Title
    COURIER, REFERENCE LABORATORY SERVICES (PART-TIME, DAY SHIFT)
  • Gender
    Both
Benefits:
  • As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.


    • The Department of Laboratory Medicine serves as a regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for patient care, research and educational programs in laboratory medicine. The department now employs 1400 people who work at the award-winning University of Washington Medical Center (ranked among the top medical centers in the United States as rated by U.S. News & World Report), Harborview Medical Center (the region's only Level I Trauma center, known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally- and medically- vulnerable populations.), and many other clinical and research facilities in the area. The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement and natural beauty.

    The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology department has an outstanding opportunity for a MESSENGER DRIVER, LAB MED (PART-TIME, DAY SHIFT).

    The primary route for this position is between Seattle and Wenatchee. This route will operate on Saturdays and Sundays, 10 hours each day.

    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 bio hazardous specimens, including tissues and fluids, which may be contain viruses or other infectious particles or microorganisms. May work near contagious patients. Must be vigilant about risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens through needle stick or spillage.
  • Adheres to "Universal Precaution" procedures at all times when handling or transporting biohazardous materials.
  • Maintains integrity of specimens being transported with regard to specimen temperature, intactness of containers/packaging, and absence of specimen loss or incorrect delivery.
  • Prepares and gathers lab supplies and related material to be delivered to client locations.
  • Performs assigned route in appropriate amount of time.
  • Exercises independent judgment in determining ability to accommodate clients' requests for additional service within the assigned shift.
  • Maintains accurate records of route stops and specimens transported.
  • Knows UW Fleet Services rules and regulations and adheres to them at all times.
  • Keeps assigned University vehicle clean, and fuel tank sufficiently filled as per protocol. Participates in and supports UW Fleet Services vehicle maintenance program.
  • Participate in and supports quality assessment and improvement activities.
  • Receptive to new ideas and procedures.
  • Adapts to changes in route and schedule as necessary.
  • Open to receiving direction and asks for assistance when needed.
  • Will use digital devices such as computers and smart phones regularly.
    Responds promptly to calls or texts.
  • Accesses Workday and other UW online resources for personal and employment data, training or other assignments, and education opportunities.
  • Keeps passwords up to date and checks UW email once per week at a minimum.
  • Teaches and demonstrates tasks and shares job knowledge with trainees as assigned.
  • Maintains a customer service focus and service attitude in all situations encountered. Communicates in a cooperative and professional manner with team members and client contacts in the medical facilities for which courier service is provided.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

    REQUIREMENTS
    Possession of a valid Washington State vehicle operator's license.

    DESIRED
  • Safe driving record as evidenced by provision of a minimum 3-year driving abstract.
  • Professional driving experience.
  • Experience handling bio-hazardous laboratory specimens and familiarity with universal precautions.
  • Experience with customer service relations.
  • Demonstrated success working independently with minimal supervision.

  • Must be able to understand and clearly communicate.
  • Must be able to read print as small as font size 9.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to transport specimen coolers and supplies weighing up to 100 pounds in total, either by hand-carrying or via use of a hand truck.
  • Successfully completes required training / refresher modules in a timely manner.
  • May work weekends, holidays, and variable hours to accommodate variations in workload, illness, coverage etc.
  • It will be necessary to work in other departmental locations in order to meet patient service requirements, especially at Harborview Medical Center.
  • In addition, less frequent work effort will be required at other UW School of Medicine locations (e.g., South Lake Union) and Seattle-area healthcare institutions.
  • Will be considered essential staff and as such will be required to report to work when scheduled despite inclement weather.
  • Must be able to meet with all shifts on a regular basis.

    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.

    • REQUIREMENTS:


    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 Washington state law.

    COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT

    Employees of the University of Washington are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination. View the Final candidate guide to COVID-19 vaccination requirement webpage for information about the medical or religious exemption process for final candidates.




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