Delivery Driver - Medical Equipment

externallincarecareers; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture

Benefits

Growth opportunities

Incentives

Job summary

Lincare is the leading provider of oxygen and home medical equipment. We are seeking a Delivery Driver to ensure safe, timely delivery and setup of equipment to patients, while educating them on proper use. You will follow routes, maintain a clean vehicle, and help patients with any questions, including on-call support as needed.

Applicants should be 21+, have excellent communication skills, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift heavy equipment. Prior home health experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Excellent speaking and writing skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and train patients on home medical equipment.
• Follow routes and schedules.
• Maintain safe driving and vehicle condition.
• Maintain patient and team relations and comply with FDA/DOT guidelines.
• Work on-call evenings/weekends for patient emergencies.

Skills

People skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Manual lifting

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Lincare is the nation's leading provider of oxygen, durable medical equipment, and clinical respiratory services. We are currently seeking a Delivery Driver to join our growing team, ensuring safe and timely delivery of home medical equipment to our patients, also providing equipment setup and educating patients on the proper use of equipment.

WHY WORK AT LINCARE?

• Culture:An inclusive, open, and friendly environment focused on our employees and their success
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options to fit individual needs
• Growth:Ample training and development opportunities that foster personal and professional growth
• Incentives: Quarterly safety bonuses and increased compensation for working on-call

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Follow complete patient orientation checklists during delivery and training
• Adhere to assigned routes and schedules
• Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record
• Inspect and maintain company-provided delivery vehicle, ensuring safety during the loading and unloading process
• Establish and maintain outstanding relations with patients and internal team members
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of delivery vehicle and warehouse, adhering to all FDA protocols
• Work on-call rotation during evening and weekend hours to address any patient medical emergencies in accordance with company and local policies

Education

• High SchoolDiplomaor General Education Degree (GED), Required

Work Experience

• Minimum, one year of experience in home healthcare field as service representativeor equivalent position, Required
• Home care/health care background is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be 21 years of age
• Must be good with people, with excellent speaking and writing
• Must maintain a valid D/L for appropriate class of vehicle driven while employed
• Convey a positive and professional image to customers and employees
• Read and understand DOT and FDA required paperwork
• Critically think, make decisions, and be mentally alert
• Strong customer service
• Basic computer knowledge
• Must lift 50+ pounds by oneself
• Must lift excess of 50lbs with mechanical or employee assistance
• Maneuver often in restricted spaces
• Perform the following physical actions:
  • straight pulling
  • pulling hand over hand
  • reachingabove the shoulder
  • use of fingers/fine manipulation
  • repeated bending
• Utilize hands, legs, and eyes for operating vehicle
• Use depth perception
• Lift up to 15lbs above the shoulder while loading and unloading

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Driver's License Required
• Meets all physical requirements related toDOT and FMCSA regulations,Required