Courier

Courier Albuquerque, NM Job Details 11 hours ago Qualifications Maintaining patient confidentiality Correctional experience HIPAA Adhering to traffic regulations High school diploma or GED Driver's License Driving Corrections facility medical clinic experience Transportation safety regulations Typing Proper evidence handling Entry level Law enforcement

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Program Director Albuquerque, NM Job Summary:

The Courier is responsible for the safe, secure, and timely transport of methadone medication from the clinic to designated New Mexico correctional facilities. This position plays a critical role in supporting continuity of care for incarcerated individuals receiving medication-assisted treatment (MAT). The Driver ensures all transport activities meet DEA regulations, federal and state OTP requirements, and NMTS safety and security standards at all times.

Essential Functions:

Transport methadone from the clinic to approved prisons and correctional facilities following all regulatory requirements. Adhere to strict chain-of-custody procedures, including completion of required transport logs, signatures, and documentation. Maintain the security of all medication in transit, ensuring the vehicle remains locked and never left unattended. Follow standardized routes and schedules to ensure timely delivery. Maintain professional and cooperative communication with correctional facility staff. Ensure methadone is only handed off to authorized receiving personnel. Immediately report any delays, incidents, vehicle issues, or security concerns to leadership. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with 42 CFR Part 2 and HIPAA. Follow all NMTS policy and procedure related to transportation, medication security, and safety. Participate in required trainings (DEA security standards, diversion prevention, chain of custody, driving safety, etc.). Exposure to correctional facility environments requiring passing through security checkpoints. Strict adherence to confidentiality and safety protocols. Other responsibilities and tasks as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. Valid New Mexico driver's license with a clean driving record. Must be insurable under company auto insurance requirements. Must be age 25 or older Must have reliable transportation and service vehicle per manufacturer recommendations Must abide by all traffic laws. Must pass all screenings required for work in an

OTP:

Pre-employment background check Drug and alcohol screening Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) clearance Must meet DEA security and transport requirements, including: No disqualifying criminal history per DEA rules Ability to maintain strict medication security Completion of required DEA-related training Must pass security clearance requirements for NM correctional facilities. Strong reliability, punctuality, and ability to follow structured procedures. Ability to maintain professionalism when interacting with correctional environments. Previous experience in healthcare transport, law enforcement, corrections, or medical delivery. Familiarity with OTP operations, methadone chain-of-custody, or secure medication handling.

Physical:

Frequently sitting at desk or computer while typing, completing paperwork, or meeting patients. Occasional lifting/carrying, paperwork, files, office supplies, up to 50 lbs. Occasional push/pull exerting up to 25 lbs. force, opening doors, file drawers, pushing files in drawers Occasional kneeling/crouching and ability to reach lower file drawers, stretching to store or retrieving materials. Ability to sit and drive for extended periods.

Mental:

Position requires constant mental alertness, attention to detail, and high degree of accuracy required. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions and follow-through on all assignments. Must be able to work independently and be able to use sound judgment in critical clinical decisions.