CDL Medical Delivery Driver

Lincare Holdings; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincare Holdings seeks a delivery technician to perform equipment setup for respiratory devices in homes, clinics, and other sites. You will deliver oxygen concentrators and cylinders, provide patient instruction, and ensure equipment safety and proper documentation.

The role requires a CDL, DOT qualification, and strong safety awareness. Responsibilities include maintenance, vehicle upkeep, and occasional after-hours coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and DOT qualification/certification.
• High school diploma or GED required; 10 years experience in CDL class considered.
• Must maintain CDL in good standing during employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment setup for concentrators and other respiratory devices.
• Make oxygen deliveries (cylinder and concentrator) on a daily route.
• Complete orientation checklists and instruct patients on equipment use.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain company vehicle in clean, safe condition.
• Follow FDA, OSHA, DOT, and emergency planning policies.
• Handle paperwork and service call reports; on-call evenings/weekends as scheduled.
• Lift up to 50 pounds routinely; occasional lifts over 120 pounds.

Skills

CDL required

Oxygen delivery

Safety procedures

Documentation/paperwork

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL DOT qualification

Job description

This employee performs equipment setups, specifically concentrators, durable medical equipment, etc. in a professional, safe, and timely manner. This equipment is placed in apartments, private homes, clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, and other areas where people with respiratory problems are treated.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ability to work independently
• must be detail-oriented and have excellent organizational skills
• Be fully aware of safety procedures in the delivery and setup of respiratory equipment
• Complete equipment orientation checklists for new equipment and other necessary paperwork as required for new patient set up
  • Instruct patient in the safe and proper use of equipment
• Make oxygen deliveries (cylinder and concentrator) and equipment checks on a daily route as determined by the patient base and routing system
  • Deliveries may include refilling reservoirs with liquid oxygen from a van mounted tank
• Perform minor equipment repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment both in the home and at the center
  • For equipment repairs requiring other than minor repair, work equipment is to be packaged for shipment to the manufacturer or their designee
  • Responsible for equipment maintenance per schedule recommended by the manufacturer
• Maintain company vehicle in a clean and orderly manner
  • Make daily inspections and complete the proper paperwork
  • Maintain established preventative maintenance schedule
• Clean rental equipment, when returned to the center, in accordance with policies and procedures
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse/storage area
• Follow FDA guidelines pertaining to cylinder tracking and oxygen analyzer testing
• Follow policies as indicated in the operations manual and training manuals, including those found in the Safety & Regulatory Manual regarding General Safety, OSHA (includes the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment), DOT (includes adherence to the Vehicle Safety Disciplinary Policy), FDA, and Emergency Planning
• Work as on-call service representative evenings and weekends on an as scheduled basis
  • Frequency is determined by the center size and the number of employees available to share in the responsibility
  • Must respond in a timely manner and record information on Service Call Report
• May serve as a backup to other employees for vacation, illness, and other periods of absenteeism
• must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 120 pounds

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• must have good interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills
• Convey a positive and professional image to customers and employees
• Read and understand DOT and FDA required paperwork
• Strong customer service
• Basic computer skills

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma, GED or 10 years of experience within current CDL class
• Must have or be able to get a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and be DOT qualified or DOT certifiable
• Must maintain in good standing with CDL during the entire course of employment