Lab Courier Services Dispatcher - Off Shifts

Overview:

Completes all duties with a first time right mindset.

Scheulde: Full-time, 2PM-10PM, weekend and holiday rotation, Benefits Eligible

Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?:

The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.

Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission.

Anywhere.

Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.

Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.

Responsibilities:

• 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 and 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.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Licensure:

• Valid Ohio driver's license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy.
• Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children's Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Skills:

• Familiarity with personal computer and/or mainframe systems required.
• 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.
• Ability to multi-task

Experience:

• Knowledge of medical terminology.

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Reaching above shoulder
• Lifting/carrying up to 100 lbs. or greater may need assistance
• Pushing/pulling up to 100 lbs. or greater may need assistance
• Exposure to fumes/gases/vapors
• Usage of power tools
• Usage of electricity
• Exposure to loud noises

• Squat/kneel
• Climb stairs
• Standing
• Walking
• Hand use: grasping, gripping, burning
• Lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs.
• Pushing/pulling up to 60 lbs.
• Exposure to Communicable diseases and/or pathogens
• Exposure to chemicals/medications
• Usage of Patient equipment

• Bend/twist
• Sitting
• Flexing/extending of neck
• Repetitive hand/arm usage
• Computer skills
• Driving (Work required)
• Lifting/carrying up to 20 lbs.
• Pushing/pulling up to 25 lbs.
• Audible speech
• Hearing acuity
• Depth perception

• Color vision
• Peripheral vision
• Seeing- far/near
• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Interpreting data skills
• Exposure to Blood and/or bodily fluids
• Exposure to biohazard wasteUsage of machinery
• Working outside
• Working in hot or cold environments

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet