• Hospital Assistant

    Actalent (Palo Alto, CA)


    Description:

    We are seeking Runners who are responsible for transporting samples and related material to and from clinical departments of the hospital. Runners also help to keep the Lab departments clean and in orderly condition. Runners transport belongings and samples approved for distribution to nursing units or clinical department either by hand carrying them or sending them by the pneumatic tube system. Runners also collect belongings and lab samples that are placed in other departments. Essential Functions Triage samples according to the priority and urgency (stat vs regular) and transport them in the most efficient and secure methods. Make regular visit to nursing units and clinical departments to collect samples and material to return to the lab. Assist delivering samples and equipment. Other work as assigned.

    Shift times available:

    7am-3:30pm

    3pm-11:30pm

    40 hours a week with weekends

    Requirements:

    + An interest in healthcare/hospital roles

    + Comfortable with being on your feet all day

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Palo Alto, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Palo Alto,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.