Logistics - Route Service Representative

Job Description: Summary
The Route Service Representative (RSR) is the face of Quest Diagnostics to the public our customers and acts as an Ambassador for the company in everything he/she does. This position performs day to day route operations by serving client needs with regard to properly tracking sorting storing and transporting patient specimens and other materials including but not limited to supplies and patient results.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for compliance with all processes including and not limited to: timekeeping attendance and punctuality vehicle safety and cleanliness safety and OSHA requirements handheld /scanning device and usage proper handling and storage of all samples from the client office to the drop off point proper packing of specimens for shipment end of day vehicle checks dress code code of conduct and all Company / Regional / Logistics policies and procedures.
Responsible for the safe and timely transportation of specimens supplies reports equipment and materials to the appropriate destination.
Responsible for operating company vehicle safely as well as maintaining a valid drivers license and driving record within acceptable company guidelines.
Ensure route is started with proper equipment tools. i.e. route scanner sync/paper logs carry bag properly prepared coolers for 3 separate thermal storage dry ice cell phone keys door hangers observation reports etc.
Follow route as scheduled/sequenced while allowing for willcall stops and special pickups.
Maintain specimen integrity at all times including the utilization of specimen carry bag to transport specimens from client office/lock box to vehicle by temperature.
Follow all scan/documentation requirements including but not limited to tissue/irreplaceable and frozen tracking processes.
Place Door Hanger for willcall clients with no specimens out. Place Door Hanger for Daily clients who regularly provide specimens but none are available at scheduled pick up. The RSR is required to notify their Supervisor and/or Team Leader of service issue for a next morning follow up.
Communicate with Dispatch before leaving an area to ensure willcalls have been cleared.
Keep route information sequencing and all client notes up to date.
Attendance and punctuality in meetings and training sessions.
Meet all training requirements in a timely manner as assigned.
Properly care for and maintain company equipment including scanners telephones vehicles etc... Communicate any deficiencies with equipment.
Document and provide appropriate client satisfaction information to Logistics Management.
Maintain professionalism and a service orientation with clients using Everyday Excellence and the Five Guiding Principles.
Demonstrate Everyday Excellence in the Quest Behaviors; Agility Customer Focus Transparency United as One Team and Performance Oriented.

Job Qualifications (Work Experience Physical & Mental Requirements Knowledge Skills)
Required Work Experience:
Valid Drivers license with a minimum of 1 year driving experience and documentation of a Motor Vehicle Record with three moving violation convictions within the previous 36month period.
Preferred Work Experience:
1 year of experience in a customer service logistics or delivery related job strongly preferred.
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Position requires travel
Extensive use of phone and hand held device (PC)
Prolonged standing/sitting/walking/driving
Fine dexterity with hands/steadiness
Able to lift up to 25 pounds; may occasionally need to lift 40 pounds; carrying up to 15 pounds for several minutes at a time
Ability to communicate effectively in English with clients supervisors and peers
Visionrequires constant mental visual attention to details as well as ability to see well in limited light scenarios
Balancing
Bending/kneeling
Pushing/pulling
Reaching/twisting
Knowledge:
General computer knowledge and experience with handheld scanner equipment preferred.
Skills:
Strong customer service skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong problemsolving skills
Strong sense of collaboration
Strong communication skills
Strong decisionmaking skills
Customer Focus
Integrity
Trust
Act with a Sense of Urgency/ Importance
Approachable
Service driven
Sincere
Composure
Professionalism
Honesty
Respect
Patience
Knowledgeable
Humorous
SelfDevelopment
Informing
Drive for Results

Additional Sills:

Additional Job Details: Weekday schedule: Mon Weds Thurs Fri 2PM10:30PM covering Whittier
Weekend schedule: Sat 3:30PM12AM covering West LA Culver City Marina Del Rey LA Santa Monica Sherman Oaks Calabasas
150 miles driven
300 specimens picked up daily