Transportation Specialist - Part time

Opportunities with ProHealth Physicians , part of the Optum family of businesses. When you work at ProHealth Physicians, your contributions directly sustain the health and well-being of our community. Discover high levels of teamwork, robust medical resources and a deep commitment to exceptional care and service. Join a leading community-based medical group and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. ProHealth is seeking a Transportation Specialist to join our growing team. The Transportation Specialist is responsible for driving a company vehicle on a set route to deliver and pick up mail and pick up specimens and deliver back to the lab for processing. The Transportation Specialist will work together as a team with all employees of ProHealth Physicians in an effort to improve its services to our patients. The incumbent will assume responsibilities for completing route assignments in a timely fashion. Location: 950 Yale Avenue, Ste 1 - 6 Wallingford, CT (home site) Schedule: This is a part-time position. 10 hours per week. Must be available between 8:30am-9pm. Schedule to be determined upon hire.

Deliver and pick up mail and supplies to the offices Pick up specimens and store appropriately for transport Fill out route sheet completely and accurately Go to each stop on the route sheet and check every specimen box for specimens Use Logistics phone and ensure the phone # is on the sign in sheet; answer or return phone calls in a timely manner Complete sign in sheet accurately with return time and # of specimens Ensure specimen count matches what the processors count Ability to adapt to changes in scheduling due to weather, holidays or traffic Operate a company owned vehicle following all state laws Responsible for performing a safety check of the vehicle, ensuring all items necessary for proper storage are packed before departure; this includes ice for the cooler, dry ice for frozen specimens, cooler bag to pick up specimens; route sheet and information binder are all in the car Ensure all materials are accounted for and deliveries to proper destination Represent PHP Laboratory when dealing with Offices and Quest stations Maintain a clean vehicle inside and outside Comfortable lifting up to 20lbs What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include: Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Education Reimbursement Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.) You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

High School Diploma/GED Access to reliable transportation & valid US driver's license Current Motor Vehicle record in good standing Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience as a delivery driver Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits