Laboratory Courier

Laboratory Courier I (Job No: 538339)

Location: Main Campus, Gainesville, FL

Work Type: Full Time

Salary: $16.55 - $16.75 per hour

Health Assessment

Required:

Yes

• Full‑time position
• References: UF PATH LABS Department  - MD-PATH
• Applications close: 15 January 2026

• Ensure verification of specimens picked up at various locations and optimal transport at correct temperatures to maintain sample integrity.
• Record, monitor, and maintain temperature ranges for frozen, ambient, incubated, and refrigerated laboratory specimens.
• Deliver mail and materials to clients as designated by supervisor or lead courier on a daily basis.
• Fill client supply orders daily and meet 24‑hour turnaround for consumables and 48‑hour turnaround for printed material.
• Enforce laboratory specimen rejection/acceptance policy by confirming patient identification on specimens and requisitions.
• Maintain timeliness of assigned routes with associated timetables, ensuring turnaround times are met. Create and maintain database (provided route sheets) of stops, mileage, start and end times.
• Assist with new‑hire training, safety, policies, and procedures as directed by supervisor or lead courier.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance (fluids, fuel, lubricants, lights, tire pressure) and keep vehicle in top operational condition and appearance.
• Operate safely on all roadways, slowing for rough roads, railroad crossings, construction sites, and adhering to posted speed limits.
• Report potential vehicle malfunctions, accidents, medication use impairments, and cleanliness to supervisor.
• Speak conscientiously to customers, represent the company professionally, and escalated customer concerns or opportunities to management.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and critical‑thinking skills, identify potential customers along routes, and communicate discoveries to Path Labs Client Relations team.
• Provide support to laboratory personnel as required.

• Completion of ninth grade and possession of a classified driver license appropriate to the type of vehicle operated.

• Completion of 12th grade or equivalent.
• Good verbal and writing skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Medical courier experience.
• Background in customer service.
• Experience with product deliveries and fulfillment.

• Open to current UF employees only.
• Upload cover letter and resume.
• Veteran’s preference: submit DD‑214 copy with application.
• Submit by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of posting end date.
• Apply at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.