Courier (Medical Specimen)

Interpath Advisory

$14 - $19 / hour

Pendleton, OregonFull-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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Description

We are looking for a friendly and customer-service-oriented Courier with a clean driving record to enhance our team.

Pay: $14.50 - $18.66 per hour DOE

Schedule: Monday - Friday (specific hours to be discussed during interview process)

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision with In-Network & Custom Network discounts
401(K) with discretionary employer match
Paid Time Off
Free clinical diagnostic laboratory testing performed in house

In this role, you will:

Coordinate timely and efficient transportation of medical specimens and supplies.
Provide excellent customer service to clients and employees.
Maintain cleanliness and perform maintenance on company vehicles and transport devices.
Ensure compliance with confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
Document operations and complete necessary reports.
Assist with training and communication among couriers and relevant departments.
Maintain consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance to ensure continuity of operations and support for our team and patients.

Education & Certification:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Strong preference for candidates with previous driving/courier experience

Licensing & Driving Requirements:

Valid, unrestricted driver’s license
Clean driving record

Skills & Competencies:

Navigation, punctuality, and ability to follow detailed instructions
Ability to drive in inclement weather

General Physical Requirements:

Frequent lifting up to 30 lbs. Occasional lifting of 30-60 lbs.
Ability to enter and exit assigned vehicle. Able to sit in vehicle/drive for up to 4 hours nonstop.
Ability to load & unload assigned vehicle, with frequent bending involved.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment as needed.
Regularly handle potentially infectious samples.
Ability to drive assigned vehicle in all types of conditions, including built-up areas, freeway, and rural traffic, hours of darkness, and inclement weather.
May be exposed to odorous chemicals and specimens.
Occasional-to-regular kneeling, bending, stooping and twisting to perform vehicle inspections and minor operator maintenance, including changing tires.

OHSA Category: This position performs tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids and/or tissues. All employees performing these duties are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis-B vaccination series.

About Us: Interpath Laboratory is a family-owned and operated clinical and anatomic pathology laboratory serving communities across Oregon, Washington, Nebraska, and Idaho. With more than 90 locations and over 60 years of steady growth, we are one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading independent laboratories, with plans for continued and strategic expansion into the Midwest.

We are known for delivering rapid, reliable, and cost-effective laboratory testing while maintaining the flexibility, innovation, and personal connection that come from remaining independent. Our success is built on strong relationships—with our clients, our patients, and most importantly, our employees.

At Interpath, we foster a collaborative, supportive work environment where teamwork, professionalism, and positive attitudes matter. We believe great results start with great people, and we are committed to creating a workplace where employees can build meaningful careers while making a real impact in the communities we serve.

We are excited to share with you a short video that shows why the Interpath family is so special. Please click here: https://youtu.be/iMaXUt6s9rg

Benefits

health insurance
401(k)
paid time off

About this role

Interpath Advisory, part of the larger Interpath Laboratory network across the Pacific Northwest and Midwest, is seeking a reliable courier to handle medical specimen transportation in the Pendleton area. You'd be responsible for coordinating timely pickups and deliveries of specimens and supplies, maintaining vehicle cleanliness and basic upkeep, and ensuring strict adherence to HIPAA and confidentiality protocols. The role also involves documentation, inter-departmental communication, and occasional training support for other couriers.

This is a physically demanding position requiring comfort with frequent lifting (up to 30 lbs regularly, occasionally up to 60 lbs), extended periods driving—up to four hours at a stretch—and regular handling of potentially infectious biological materials. You'll need a valid, unrestricted driver's license with a clean driving record, and the ability to navigate all road types and weather conditions, including rural and freeway routes in darkness and poor visibility. Previous courier or driving experience is strongly preferred.

The full-time Monday–Friday schedule offers medical, dental, and vision coverage with in-network discounts, a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and free in-house laboratory testing. The position pays $14.50–$18.66 per hour depending on experience. Specific hours will be discussed during your interview.

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