University Medical Center New Orleans is the academic medical center of LCMC Health and the ultimate expression of a nearly 300-year legacy of serving the people of New Orleans and South Louisiana. With our academic partners, including Louisiana State University and Tulane University Schools of Medicine, we are training the next generation of healthcare professionals and leading research to find tomorrow's cures and treatments. From expert primary care and the widest variety of specialty care to cutting edge emergency care and the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center, UMC offers the area the widest breadth of healthcare services.

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We are looking for medical professionals who are just as passionate as we are about providing the best medical care in the safest environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Whether you're a seasoned healthcare professional or just starting out, a career at UMC places you at the center of a dynamic community of providers, learners and staff with a singular focus on patient-centric care. We offer a state-of-the-art facility with breakthrough technology, and professionals committed to helping our community become healthier.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Driver assumes responsibility for the safe and timely transport of supplies, equipment, mail and other hospital related materials according to a predetermined schedule or specific instructions. The Driver performs routine maintenance on hospital vehicles and performs warehouse, inventory management and receiving duties as necessary.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

Must have two years of experience as driver.

License/Certification:

Required: A current Louisiana Drivers License and maintain an excellent driving record.

Preferred: Completion of a Defensive-Driving Course, Commerical driving endorsement

Successful candidates will need knowledge of city codes, and city streets.

POSITION DUTIES: Picks up and delivers supplies, equipment, mail, pharmaceuticals, and other related materials to/from main campus to designated offsite locations. Adheres to the established times on the pick-up/delivery schedule. Responds promptly to cell phone and beeper requests. Obeys all driving rules and regulations, according to the State of Louisiana.

• Obtains legible signatures for all deliveries, if applicable.
• Maintains accurate logs for designated deliveries
• Maintains temperature/humidity logs in accordance with SOP.
• Fuels, checks fluid levels and tire air pressure on assigned vehicle.
• Performs pre- and post-operation checklist in accordance with SOP.
• Reports operational problems.
• Keeps cab and cargo area clean and clutter free on a daily basis. As required, performs weekly deep cleaning of vehicle.
• Periodically inspects exterior of vehicle for damage.
• Provides assistance at the main warehouse which includes but not limited to: transport of furniture, medical equipment, supplies and files.
• Assists in maintenance of Central Supply warehouse which includes trash removal and rotation of stock supplies.
• Assists in all aspects of the Receiving Clerk position.
• Delivers freight to all locations as appropriate, and completes necessary delivery confirmation – may assist with put away to augment workflow during periods of high census
• Delivers special purchase items to the requesting area and obtains authorized signature of the recipient for the release of such items

• Utilizes appropriate judgment when assigning priorities to deliveries and job tasks
• Processes direct issues and verifies availability prior to issuing supplies; Reports inventory discrepancies
• Processes the return of goods and outgoing freight according to established procedure
• Maintains code cart fleet; delivers replacement code carts to units as needed
• Monitors, stocks, and transports supplies and/or equipment to any inventory areas requested
• Maintains inventory on PAR locations by organizing, counting, scanning, replenishing, and delivering supplies.
• Rotates stock by placing the first expiring items to the front and the newer items to the back
• Works with appropriate parties to ensure optimum inventory levels
• Keeps PAR areas and bins clean and organized
• Checks for and removes outdated items
• Removes overstock and returns to Central for credit
• Monitors supply usage and reports the need for PAR level adjustments
• Follows procedures for distribution of supplies; uses correct units of measure and accurately records quantities issued and returned

UMC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.