Medical Courier - (1099) at Rapid Medical

About Rapid Medical

Rapid Medical is a tech-forward logistics partner for labs, clinics, and health systems — operating across various states and managing thousands of daily stops that keep healthcare running.

Route: Medical Courier (1099) Chula Vista San Diego · 114 mi · Sat · 7:05 PM–11:19 PM

$140

$20-$100

Sign-On Bonus $150

SAT

7:05 PM

Estimated Duration (Hours): Approximately

Start Location: Chula Vista, CA

Contractors located within 15 miles of the start point, end point, or anywhere along the route are well-suited for this position.

Compensation

• Weekly Bonus opportunity: earn an additional $25–$100 per week based on your route

• Sign-On Bonus: Receive up to $150 upon successful completion of your first 30 days. Eligibility requires remaining active and in good standing, with no excessive call-outs, for 30 days following your first scheduled route

• Instant cash out upon route completion, or bi-weekly direct deposit- your choice, set up during onboarding

What a typical route looks like

• Report to the dispatch location to pick up supplies and materials for your route

• Run your assigned stops using our driver app — it handles navigation, stop details, scheduling, and real-time dispatch support throughout

• Document all pickups and deliveries with photos and proof of delivery (POD) through the app

• Handle specimens carefully — all stops have scheduled pickup times and specimens are time-sensitive

• Maintain proper temperature handling at all times (room temperature, refrigerated, or frozen as required)

Contact dispatch immediately if anything appears damaged, improperly packaged, or if you encounter any issues on route

What You'll Need

Vehicle & Insurance

• A personal vehicle in good working condition (leased/owned/rental)

• Vehicle model year 2016 or newer preferred; older vehicles reviewed on a case-by-case basis

• Valid driver's license and up-to-date registration

• Active auto insurance in your name (or authorization letter from the registered owner)

Tech

• A smartphone (iOS 13+ or Android 11+ to run our driver app)

• Reliable data connection — the app needs internet access throughout the route

You

• 21 years of age or older

• A satisfactory driving record- a motor vehicle record (MVR)

• Ability to lift and carry loads up to 25 lbs

• Prior experience in delivery, rideshare, or medical courier services (e.g, Amazon, FedEx, Uber Lyft) is a plus but not required. We welcome all applicants

What We Provide

• Rapid Medical branded shirt and bag provided at no cost to you

• Full onboarding before your first route- app walkthrough, route preview, and protocol training

• Real-time dispatch support on every route, start to finish

What We Expect

• Arrive on time

• Conduct yourself professionally at all pickup and delivery locations

• Inspect specimen count and packaging at every stop — never leave specimens in a hot vehicle

• Contact dispatch immediately if anything appears damaged, improperly packaged, or if you encounter any issues on route

We provide contracting opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to an inclusive environment for all. All contractor engagements are contingent upon a satisfactory background check and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review. As an independent contractor, you are responsible for reporting and remitting applicable self-employment taxes. A 1099-NEC will be issued for all payments made.

Ready to apply?

Submit your application at gorapidmedical.com/careers