The Courier supports the mission, goals and values of South Florida Donor Network, Inc. (SFDN) by performing scheduled and dispatched pick-ups and deliveries. The Courier is responsible for receipt, storage, transport, and delivery of tissues, organs, biological samples, and supplies. Responsible for the daily inspection, refueling, and general maintenance of assigned vehicle.
Essential Functions Statement(s):
- Responsible for transporting SFDN staff to and from hospitals for organ procurement services including transporting Medical Directors.
- Works in conjunction with all SFDN service lines to perform a variety of duties associated with the pick-up and delivery of biological specimens and clinical supplies.
- Employs Standard Precautions, including the use of personal protective equipment as needed, when handling and transportation of biological specimens.
- Transports biological specimens in approved containers, coolers, etc. maintaining specimen integrity based upon organizational policies and rules and regulations from accrediting and regulatory agencies.
- Works with SFDN staff ensuring courier requests are handled in a timely manner.
- Responsible for the Chain of Custody and the safe disposition of tissues/samples in their possession
- Documents Chain of Custody for specimen disposition, generates reports, and correspondence in approved applications and/or database(s).
- Maintains confidentiality of patient/donor private health information.
- Provides exemplary customer service to and communicates effectively with all internal and external stakeholders.
- Communicates with the SFDN service lines to resolve any issues with specimens, orders, and supplies.
- Follows all driving laws, regulations, and posted speeds as directed by Florida Department of Transportation (“FDOT”).
- Maintains order and cleanliness of assigned vehicle.
- Inspects assigned vehicle prior to use for operational safety and visible damage; reports any findings to Manager.
- Fuels assigned vehicle as needed utilizing SFDN authorized vendors and/or payment methods.
- Performs daily stocking, loading, and unloading of assigned vehicle.
- Follows policies and procedures to ensure compliance with rules and regulations from accrediting and regulatory agencies.
- Arrive to work, pick-ups, meetings, appointments, and other work-related functions on time and as scheduled.
- Assist Facilities and Inventory teams with daily tasks during down time
- Performs other duties as assigned by Manager of Organ Services.
- Employees must adhere to and remain in full compliance with South Florida Donor Network’s Motor Vehicle Driving Policy as outlined in the Motor Vehicle Records and Driver Safety policy PC.334.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s) – Position Specific
· Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
· Active Listening - Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
· Conflict Resolution - Ability to deal with others in an antagonistic situation.
· Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
· Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
· Ability to Multitask.
· Proficiency and experience in Supply/Inventory systems
· Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
· Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
· Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
· Self-Confident - The trait of being comfortable in making decisions for oneself.
· Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Competency Statement(s) – Company Specific
- Understand and commit to the following:
- Organizational Core Purpose: To save and heal lives.
- Core Values: Relentless, Joyful and Selfless.
- Strategic Anchors: Mutually Beneficial Partnerships, Diverse Revenue Streams, Get to Yes-Every Donor, Every Time
- Team Builder - Ability to convince a group of people to work toward a goal
- Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
- Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
- Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
- Adaptability - Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
- Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
- Compliance – Ability of the individual to be in accordance with established guidelines, policy, standards or legislation.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: High school or GED
Experience: Three to seven years of experience in an inventory position in a regulated industry, maintenance of an electronic inventory management system strongly preferred.
Computer Skills: Working knowledge of accounting software. Working knowledge of inventory management software. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including but not limited to Word and Excel. Proficiency of Q-pulse data tracking software or equivalent.
Certificates & Licenses: United States of America Issued Driver License
Other Requirements: Drug Free to include THC, No History of DWI/DUI, Clean Driving Record for past 5 years, 20/20 vision (corrected)