Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Job Description

Medical Courier - Houston, TX - Saturday - Wednesday 12:15AM-8:45AM (off Thurs/Fri) - overnight shift

**Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required

Drive health forward — with a career that goes the distance.

At Quest Diagnostics, your deliveries don’t just move packages, they move healthcare forward. Join a trusted team of professionals ensuring life-saving diagnostics reach patients quickly and safely. You’ll be the face of our diagnostic services, helping ensure that every test gets where it needs to go, accurately and on time. If you’re reliable, customer-focused, and love being on the road, this role is for you.

Why choose Quest over the rest?

• You’ll make a real difference in people’s lives – every day
• Work independently in a mobile role with a predictable route
• Exceptional benefits from day one, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, wellness programs, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, and employee stock purchase plan, based on eligibility
• Career advancement opportunities through internal mobility and continuous development
• Predictable hours and consistent routes support work-life balance
• Mission-driven work — your role directly supports patient care and medical diagnostics

Pay Range: $17.50+ per hour; Employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours 
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Responsibilities:

What you’ll do:

• Pick up, transport, and deliver medical specimens and lab materials on a scheduled route
• Communicate professionally with doctors, nurses, and lab staff to ensure timely deliveries
• Safely operate a company-provided vehicle (non-CDL)
• Use handheld scanners, route software, and mobile apps to track deliveries
• Ensure proper specimen handling, labeling, storage, and documentation
• Comply with all DOT, HIPAA, OSHA, and internal safety standards

Qualifications:

What you need:

• A valid driver’s license with less than three moving violations within the past three years
• Great customer service and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, with reliable documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and problem-solve on the road
• Comfortable using mobile devices or scanning tools 
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and be on the move for much of your shift 
• Prior medical, customer service, courier, or logistics experience is strongly preferred 

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Annual merit increases and bonus opportunities
• Exceptional benefits starting day one – including medical, dental, vision, and more for eligible roles
• Paid time off, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement
• Uniforms provided
• Full-time and part-time roles available across the U.S.

Ready to drive your career forward?

Apply now and start a meaningful career with one of the most respected names in the diagnostics industry.

This position requires the ability to effectively communicate in English. 

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While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

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