We are looking to hire a creative Courier I to join our productive team at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, WA.
Growing your career as a Full Time Courier I is a fantastic opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in persuasion, adaptability and have the right experience for the job, then apply for the position of Courier I at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center today!
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington. With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.
The Courier I is responsible for the pick-up, transportation and delivery of lab specimens, medical records, and patient related documentation among various departments within FHCC clinic, on FHCC campus.
Complete all scheduled and requested pickups. Monitor courier phone and manage shifting priorities to maintain route schedule. Maintain courier logs in pickup/delivery locations and ensure courier entries are legible, accurate and adhere to standard written procedures. Report and assist with tracking of missing or damaged specimens and charts. Assist with review and revision of routes and training new couriers as needed. A High School Degree, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to communicate in person professionally and effectively and in writing. Excellent multi-tasking and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of computerized or automated system operations and record keeping practices. Basic math skills and knowledge of units of measure. Ability to lift to 50 pounds using proper techniques. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to consistently walk during most of eight-hour shift, an average of 10-12 miles per day. Preferred:
One year experience in a hospital/clinic environment preferred. Basic computer skills. Knowledge and practice of safe blood borne pathogen handling techniques. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals and carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form. This position is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. As such, full COVID-19 vaccination is required as a condition of employment, without exception. Booster doses are strongly recommended but not required. If declining a booster, completion of the COVID-19 Vaccination Status Form Questionnaire and COVID-19 Booster Declination Training is required. Because of our immunocompromised patient population, there are no medical or religious accommodations available for any employee who is patient facing and/or requires access to Fred Hutch clinical facilities. Only employees whose positions are fully remote, who are not patient facing and/or require no access to clinical facilities, may apply for medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must provide proof of vaccination before their first day of employment.
A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists. The hourly pay range for this position is from $18.75 to $24.71 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.??
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).?
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to our Employee Services Center at View email address on careers-fhcrc.icims.com or by calling Show phone number.
Benefits of working as a Courier I in Seattle, WA:
? Learning opportunities
? Opportunities to grow
? Competitive salary
