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Carle Health

. Transport clinical and anatomical specimens for laboratory testing .

Posted 9/23/2026part-timePeoria • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $15 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transporting clinical and anatomical specimens while adhering to established routes and protocols. Proficient in using handheld tracking devices and maintaining effective communication with team members and clients.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Driver's License - Illinois Secretary of State (ILSOS)Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)Route CoordinationSpecimen Label VerificationEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Specimen TransportRoute ManagementHandheld Tracking Device UsageLog MaintenanceOperational Reporting

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCustomer ServiceJudgmentAdaptabilityTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Driver's License - Illinois Secretary of State (ILSOS)

Industry Keywords

Clinical SpecimensLaboratory TestingRules of the RoadOperational ChangesUrban and Rural Driving

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Transport clinical and anatomical specimens for laboratory testing
Perform designated routes efficiently and maintain scheduled stops within allotted time periods
Adjust routes dynamically to meet client needs
Coordinate with co-workers to ensure smooth route transitions
Verify specimens are properly labeled before laboratory transport
Log all stops, specimens picked up, and deliveries using the handheld tracking device or paper logs during downtime
Transport laboratory and hospital-related items accurately and promptly
Prepare and deliver client-requested supplies immediately via the Customer Service Department
Maintain assigned vehicle's proper use, care, cleanliness, and fuel level
Park in designated areas at shift end
Remove coolers, supplies, envelopes, and trash from the vehicle daily
Report operational concerns and maintenance needs to the Manager or Supervisor
Communicate information and share knowledge with peers, lead staff, coordinators, and customers
Read daily email messages for operational changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record
Driver's License - Illinois Secretary of State (ILSOS)
Clean MVR
Follow established routes, protocols, Rules of the Road, and laws
Safely drive up to 650 miles per shift in urban and rural settings across all weather conditions
Ability to use a handheld tracking device and paper logs during system downtime
Ability to verify specimen labels and use good judgment when accepting items
Ability to complete assigned work within designated route times
Ability to communicate effectively with peers, lead staff, coordinators, and internal/external customers
Ability to read daily email messages and keep abreast of operational changes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package (details provided at careers.carlehealth.org/benefits)