Courier - Laboratory Services - Part Time / Days

At Island Health, people are at the center of everything we do. As a part of the Laboratory Services team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our mission to care for those who care for others. You’ll help create a positive and seamless experience for every team member — ensuring they feel valued, supported, and heard.

As one of our Part Time Courier’s, you will play a key role in the pick-up and delivery of patient specimens and supplies at health care site(s). Maintains integrity of specimens to be tested. Handles infectious and hazardous materials safely in compliance with departmental and regulatory agency guide lines. Works with other team members to assure the needs of clients. Reports to Laboratory Supervisor and Administrative Director. Drives hospital vehicle to transport reports, supplies, mail and financial documents.

Location: Anacortes, WA / Onsite

Schedule: 0.4 FTE or 0.6 FTE / Part Time / Days

Salary Range: $18.62/hr.- $27.13/ hr.

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What you will be doing:

• Maintain integrity of specimens to be tested.


• Handles infectious and hazardous materials safely in compliance with departmental and regulatory agency guidelines.


• Maintains pick-up/delivery schedule and ensures that all items arrive in a timely and secure manner.


• Maintains log book of all special deliveries.


• Uses cellular phone to receive delivery/pick-up instructions.


• Documents any issues/problems with specimens or clients.


• Safely drives a hospital owned vehicle to accomplish client visits. Constantly practices good safety habits to prevent on-the-job injuries.


• Must have demonstrated ability to interact positively with Administration, Directors, Managers, Supervisors, peers, co-workers, subordinates, patients and visitors.


• Must meet regular attendance standard and must stay at or below average sick leave utilization levels.

Commitment to Team:

• Develops and facilitates good working relationships with superiors, physicians, staff members and co-workers/peers.


• Contributes in problem-solving activities intra-and inter-departmentally.


• Demonstrates flexible staffing needs within the department.


• Uses department resources (supplies, equipment) in a cost- effective manner.


• Communicates effectively and in a timely manner to medical director, co-workers and physicians through informal updates, written and verbal communications. Consistently meets attendance standards and follows the department standards for "calling in" and requesting time off.


• Must accept responsibility to model all facets of cooperative team member dynamics. Examples of these include not verbalizing grievances regarding another team member, but rather seeking out individuals and resolving those differences.

What you will bring to the role:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Current Washington State Driver’s License


• Current Vehicle Insurance Policy


• Acceptable Driving Record (by standards of hospital policy)


• Ability to effectively manage tasks and work load to improve turn-around times


• Ability to communicate with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers with empathy and positive interpersonal skills.


• Knowledge of driving regulations

Make a Difference with Us

At Island Health, every role contributes to our mission of compassionate, high-quality care. Join us and help create a workplace where every team member feels valued and supported.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. When you join Island Health, you’ll enjoy a culture that values integrity, compassion, teamwork, and growth — plus a robust benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Benefits


• Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage


• Vested Retirement Contributions and Flexible Spending Accounts


• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Programs


• Employee Recognition Events and a supportive, community-focused team

Ready to Apply?

Apply today and take the next step in your career with Island Health.