How to hire a pharmacist delivery driver

How to hire a pharmacist delivery driver, step by step

Here's a step-by-step pharmacist delivery driver hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a pharmacist delivery driver job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new pharmacist delivery driver
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a pharmacist delivery driver, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a pharmacist delivery driver to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a pharmacist delivery driver that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of pharmacist delivery drivers.

   Type of Pharmacist Delivery Driver	Description	Hourly rate
   Pharmacist Delivery Driver	Delivery truck drivers and driver/sales workers pick up, transport, and drop off packages and small shipments within a local region or urban area. They drive trucks with a gross vehicle weight (GVW)—the combined weight of the vehicle, passengers, and cargo—of 26,000 pounds or less... Show more	$11-24
   Driver	Drivers are responsible for safely transporting people, packages, or goods from one destination to another. They should be familiar with the different routes that may be taken to reach the desired goal... Show more	$10-25
   Line Haul Driver	A line haul truck driver is in charge of transporting heavy materials using large vehicles such as tractor-trailers, ensuring timeliness and efficiency. Their responsibilities typically revolve around securing documents or invoices, adhering to specific routes, driving for long durations, liaising and building positive relationships with companies, and ensuring the safety and quality of all cargo... Show more	$17-37

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Customer Service
   • Patients
   • DOT
   • Safety Standards
   • Customer Demand
   • HIPAA
   • Deliver Prescriptions
   • Computer System
   • Mechanical Problems
   • Vehicle Maintenance
   • IV
   • Medical Equipment
   • Hippa
   • Care Facilities

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage patient confidential files and ensure that patients receive proper medication as prescribed by their doctor.
   • Create route from meds and DME equipment that needs to go out on the day.
   • Demonstrate knowledge of pharmacy policies, HIPAA training, and patient confidentiality.
   • Compile and record patient charts in compliance with Medicare and HIPPA mandates.
   • Send iv pumps back to have worked on if they quit working.
   • Follow HIPPA protect health information and deliver medications and supplies timely to customers.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your pharmacist delivery driver job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A pharmacist delivery driver salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, pharmacist delivery drivers' average salary in south carolina is 46% less than in district of columbia.
   • Seniority. Entry-level pharmacist delivery drivers earn 52% less than senior-level pharmacist delivery drivers.
   • Certifications. A pharmacist delivery driver with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a pharmacist delivery driver's salary.

   Average pharmacist delivery driver salary

   $35,374yearly

   $17.01 hourly rate

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   Entry-level pharmacist delivery driver salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

4. Writing a pharmacist delivery driver job description

   A good pharmacist delivery driver job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a pharmacist delivery driver job description:

   Pharmacist delivery driver job description example

   Now offering a $1,000 gross sign on bonus!
   
   This position is benefit eligible the first day of employment. This includes medical, dental, vision, Paid Time Off, education assistance, 401K and more!
   
   Shift/Schedule
   
   * 40 hours per week
   * Monday - Friday. 2:30 am - 10:30 am. Weekends, holiday and on call work as assigned.
   * Candidate must be flexible to work different days, schedules, hours, come in early, stay late, or work overtime based on business needs.
   
   What does Nuclear Pharmacy contribute to Cardinal Health?
   
   Nuclear Pharmacy is responsible for providing radiopharmaceuticals and other drugs to medical care providers under highly regulated State and Federal guidelines may also consult with or advise physicians and nuclear medicine technologists on the safe and efficacious use of radioactive drugs for diagnosis and therapy.
   
   What Pharmacy Services & Delivery contributes to Cardinal Health
   
   Responsible for the prompt and accurate delivery and distribution of radiopharmaceuticals or oncology pharmaceuticals to medical care providers in accordance with customer demand and requirements of the assigned route. Prepares doses for shipment, prepares cases, wipes doses, and loads and unloads containers in keeping with the prescribed safety standards and Department of Transportation (DOT).
   
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   Responsibilities
   
   * Acts a backup dispatcher assigning delivery routes to drivers and makes adjustments as needed
   * Performs quality control checks as trained
   * Processes incoming packages for pharmacy use
   * Performs equipment checks for daily use
   * Prepares and makes deliveries to customer accounts on assigned route using a company vehicle (non-cdl)
   * Packages radiopharmaceutical medication for shipment, performs testing, and loads/unloads containers
   * Uses a handheld tablet to scan customer orders for accuracy, obtain route stop information and navigation
   * Processes packages returned from customer locations
   * Maintains vehicles in proper working condition and may perform minor roadside repairs
   * Performs general facility cleaning and other duties as required
   
   Qualifications
   
   * High school diploma, GED or equivalent, or equivalent work experience, preferred
   * Minimum of 18 years of age due to driving of company owned vehicle
   * Must hold a valid driver's license and have a good driving record
   * Prior delivery driving experience a plus
   * Ability to lift containers weighing up to 80 pounds
   * Comfortable driving in all weather conditions during day or night hours
   * Ability to sit, stand, be mobile and operate a vehicle for extended periods of time
   * Strong customer service and communication skills
   * Ability to work weekends or be in a weekend rotation
   * Ability to work holidays or be in a holiday rotation
   * Ability to work on call or be in an on call rotation
   * Flexibility to work different days, schedules, hours, come in early, stay late, or work overtime based on business needs.
   * Ability to use computers and tablets
   
   A Covid-19 vaccination or a legitimate accommodation is required in order to be employed in this position. Covid-19 vaccination includes:
   
   * 2 doses of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine
   * 1 dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine
   
   Please Note: vaccines may be required for the position subject to federal, state and/or customer requirements
   
   What is expected of you and others at this level?
   
   * Applies acquired knowledge and skills to complete standard tasks
   * Readily learns and applies new information and methods to work in assigned area
   * Maintains appropriate licenses, training, and certifications
   * Works on routine assignments that require some problem resolution
   * Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures and/or scientific methods
   * Adheres to all quality guidelines
   * Works under moderate degree of supervision
   * Work typically involves regular review of output by work lead or supervisor
   * Refers complex unusual problems to supervisor
   
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   Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right pharmacist delivery driver for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your pharmacist delivery driver job on Zippia to find and recruit pharmacist delivery driver candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit pharmacist delivery drivers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new pharmacist delivery driver

   Once you've selected the best pharmacist delivery driver candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new pharmacist delivery driver first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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