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Medical Courier

West Henrietta, NY

$15 - $19.25/hr

Medical Courier - Contract Opportunity Company Background Life Couriers is a company with over 40 ... delivering medication and medical supplies. Coverage Sought Seeking reliable independent ...

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Medical Courier

Tampa, FL

$15 - $19/hr

Medical Courier - Contract Opportunity Company Background Life Couriers is a company with over 40 ... medication and medical supplies. Coverage Sought Reliable independent contractors with availability ...

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Medical Courier

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$500 - $1.0K/wk

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UMC Courier - MOP Cart Driver

Lubbock, TX

$12.75 - $16.25/hr

The Courier transports equipment, medication, specimens, mail, x-rays, hazardous material and records from one location to another within the hospital, PNS and other facilities. The Courier responds ...

Houston Methodist

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

The Courier position performs deliveries accurately and efficiently within the allotted time ... Communicates with co-workers regarding specimen and medication delivery/pick-up issues. * Promotes ...

Houston Methodist Hospital

Courier

Houston, TX

$15 - $19/hr

The Courier position performs deliveries accurately and efficiently within the allotted time ... Communicates with co-workers regarding specimen and medication delivery/pick-up issues. * Promotes ...

Houston Methodist

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

The Courier position performs deliveries accurately and efficiently within the allotted time ... Communicates with co-workers regarding specimen and medication delivery/pick-up issues. * Promotes ...

Houston Methodist Hospital

Courier - PRN

Houston, TX

$15 - $19/hr

The Courier position performs deliveries accurately and efficiently within the allotted time ... Communicates with co-workers regarding specimen and medication delivery/pick-up issues. * Promotes ...

Houston Methodist Hospital

Courier - PRN

Houston, TX

$15 - $19/hr

The Courier position performs deliveries accurately and efficiently within the allotted time ... Communicates with co-workers regarding specimen and medication delivery/pick-up issues. * Promotes ...

Houston Methodist

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

The Courier position performs deliveries accurately and efficiently within the allotted time ... Communicates with co-workers regarding specimen and medication delivery/pick-up issues. * Promotes ...

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How much do medication courier jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for medication courier in the United States is $17.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medication courier?

Medication couriers are professionals responsible for the safe and timely delivery of prescription medications from pharmacies to patients, healthcare facilities, or other destinations. They ensure that medications are transported under the appropriate conditions, such as maintaining temperature requirements and handling sensitive or controlled substances according to regulations. Medication couriers play a crucial role in supporting patients who are unable to visit pharmacies in person and help maintain continuity of care, especially for those with chronic or urgent medical needs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a medication courier?

To thrive as a Medication Courier, you need a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and strong organizational skills, often supported by a high school diploma. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, delivery tracking apps, and sometimes basic pharmacy protocols or handling requirements is important. Reliability, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills help ensure secure and accurate deliveries while interacting with clients and healthcare professionals. These skills are vital for maintaining patient safety, timely medication delivery, and building trust in healthcare logistics.

What are common challenges faced by medication couriers, and how can they be addressed?

Medication Couriers often face challenges such as navigating traffic to meet strict delivery deadlines, maintaining the security and integrity of sensitive pharmaceuticals, and managing communication with pharmacies and patients. To address these challenges, couriers should familiarize themselves with efficient routes, stay updated on delivery protocols, and use secure packaging to prevent tampering. Strong organizational skills and clear communication with dispatchers and healthcare providers also help ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
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Infographic showing various Medication Courier job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,074 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Courier II

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

Seattle, WA • On-site

$22.22 - $31.63/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 4 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Overview

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world's leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world's deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems.

Courier II is responsible for the pick-up, transportation and delivery of lab specimens, medical records, medications, and patient related documentation among various departments within Fred Hutch Cancer Center clinics and campus, off-site clinics and via shuttle service or by driving a Fred Hutch vehicle.

This is a driving courier position. Shift may be 7am or 7:30am start time. 

Responsibilities
  • Complete all duties of Courier I and:
  • Train couriers as needed.
  • Maintains technical knowledge of all courier systems and assist with trouble shooting.
  • Maintains knowledge of at least two campus routes and all medication courier routes.
Qualifications

Required:

  • High School Degree, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum one year of courier or other relevant experience. 
  • Pharmacy Assistant license (must be able to attain a Pharmacy Assistant License within 45 days of hire).  Valid Driver's License.    
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Ability to use effective customer service skills.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in an efficient, accurate and timely manner.
  • Ability to communicate in person as well as in writing professionally and effectively.
  • Excellent multi-tasking and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of computerized or automated system operations and record keeping practices.
  • Basic math skills and knowledge of units of measure.
  • Ability to lift to 50 pounds using proper techniques.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to consistently walk during the majority of an eight-hour shift and/or an average of 10-12 miles per day.

Preferred: 

  • Knowledge and practice of safe blood borne pathogen handling techniques.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals and carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form.

The hourly pay range for this position is from $22.22 to $31.63 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks). 

Additional InformationWe are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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