Job Description
Drive Your Success as an Independent Contractor in Kansas City
Stable, long-term contracts no gig-economy
About Accurate Courier Services
For over 20 years, we've partnered with healthcare providers to deliver critical medical supplies, specimens, pharmaceuticals, and documents on time, every time. We're expanding in Kansas City and hoping to add to our fleet!
As a Contractor:
- You run your own business. Handle your taxes and expenses.
- No employee benefits. Contractors receive payment per the services completed.
Learn More: Contract Briefing Webinar
Join us on Monday, August 4 via Teams to learn more about medical courier work and our onboarding process. We will send you the webinar invite link to register online once you submit your application. Webinars will be held at 9:00AM, 12:00PM, 3:00PM, and 6:00PM but we can arrange alternative times to discuss open opportunities if this day does not work for you.
Orientation follows on Wednesday, August 6, 10 AM2 PM (alternate times available).
Scope of Work & Contractor Responsibilities
- Service Delivery:
- Transport pharmaceuticals, medical instruments, supplies, mail, documents and specimens (room-temp, frozen, refrigerated).
- Log pick-ups and drop-offs in our secure mobile app to maintain chain of custody.
- What We Provide:
- Branded swag.
- Insulated coolers and specialty containers.
- Delivery equipment.
- Courier certifications.
- Your Equipment & Obligations:
- Provide and maintain your own vehicle and smartphone.
- Keep drivers license, vehicle registration and insurance declaration pages current.
- Report and pay all applicable taxes; cover fuel, maintenance and other business costs.
- Follow HIPAA and all confidentiality laws.
- Performance Standards:
- Meet contracted pick-up/delivery windows.
- Immediately notify dispatch or the Operations Manager of any delays or incidents.
- Remain substance-free at all times.
- Deliver courteous, professional service.
- Working Conditions:
- Operate in all weather, 24/7/365.
- Expect driving, walking, standing and lifting up to 50 lbs.
Contractor Qualifications
- Age & Driving: 21+ with at least 3 years of personal-vehicle driving; courier/delivery experience preferred but not required.
- Local Knowledge: Familiarity with Kansas City traffic patterns and neighborhoods.
- Compliance: Clean Motor Vehicle Record; ability to pass background, drug screenings.
- Equipment: Reliable, registered vehicle and smartphone compatible with our app.
- Bonus: Medical or laboratory experience is a plus.
Note: Engaging Accurate Courier Services as an independent contractor does not create an employment relationship.
