CENTRAL SHIPPING COORDINATOR

Accendra Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Accendra Health in Kansas City, MO is seeking an entry-level Central Shipping support specialist to assist daily operations in the Central Shipping department. The role involves processing BPM tasks, intake/work orders, data entry, and coordinating with teams to ensure accurate order processing.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least two years in an office setting, plus strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma is required.
• At least two years’ related experience in an office environment is required.
• Meets company minimum standard of background check.

Responsibilities

• Process duties for the Central Shipping department, including BPM tasks and intake/work orders.
• Perform post-delivery work order confirmation and data entry.
• Coordinate patient PAP shipping paperwork and non-licensed activities per policy.
• Enter data into compliance portals accurately.
• Scan, file, and fax records regularly.
• Aid with warehouse/patient equipment preparation and return duties.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer relations

Phone skills

Interpersonal & teamwork

Multitasking

Effective communication

Policy compliance

Education

High school diploma

2+ years office experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.

With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.

If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life.

With over 300 locations across the US, Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our 1.8 million patients at home by providing home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help them sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer. Additional information can be found at www.apria.com.

Job Summary

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $13.75 - $18.89. The actual compensation offered may vary based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, education, and location.

The purpose of this position is to offer support to the daily operations of the Kansas City Central Shipping department.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform processing duties for the Central Shipping department as necessary, including but not limited to the following: processing BPM tasks, working with intakes and work orders, and reviewing ACIS screens to facilitate order processing.
• Perform post-delivery work order confirmation and data entry.
• Potentially assist with coordination of patient positive airway pressure (PAP) shipping, including assembly of paperwork instructions and other non-licensed activities, as defined by policy.
• Facilitating patient data entry into applicable compliance portals.
• Carry out scanning, filing, and faxing of records on a routine basis.
• Aid with warehouse/patient equipment preparation.
• Facilitate return of equipment, complete paperwork, retrieve equipment from warehouse, and other equipment return duties.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education And/or Experience

• Education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma is required.
• At least two years’ related experience in an office environment is required.
• Meets company minimum standard of background check.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, or Professional Designations

• N/A

Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Good organizational skills
• Strong customer relations skills and robust problem-solving abilities
• Strong phone skills
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the phone, and electronically.
• If participating in coordination, delivery, function testing, or downloads of respiratory equipment, all applicable competency testing must be completed prior to conducting those activities.

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office programs
• Basic printing/faxing/scanning abilities

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal)

Mathematical Skills

• Basic level mathematical proficiency

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a stationary position that requires frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. It also may require occasional lifting, carrying, walking, climbing, kneeling, bending/stooping, twisting, pulling/pushing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching above the shoulder. Employees in this position must be physically able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, upon request.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in an office setting with exposure to moderate noise.

TRAVEL

Occasional travel as required.

Other Information

The essential duties and responsibilities, physical requirements, and work environment described above are representative of those typically required for this position but may vary depending on staffing and business needs at specific locations. The inclusion or omission of a specific duty or physical requirement is, therefore, not determinative of whether that function is essential to a specific individual’s position.

Apria Healthcare is committed to hiring veterans and military spouses.

Teammate Benefits

As an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are — through all of life’s stages. We’ve got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.

Our Benefits Program Includes

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
• Paid time off plan
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic life insurance
• Short-and long-term disability coverage
• Accident insurance
• Teammate Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Domestic partner benefits
• Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs

Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

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