Delivery Driver - Medical Equipment

Lincare; Nitro (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive culture

Comprehensive benefits package

Growth opportunities

Quarterly safety bonuses

Job summary

Lincare seeks a Delivery Driver to join our team, ensuring safe and timely delivery of home medical equipment to patients and providing setup and patient education on equipment use.

The role involves following routes, maintaining a clean vehicle, and adhering to safety protocols. You will engage with patients and internal teams, and participate in on-call rotations as needed to address emergencies.

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer service and communication abilities.
• Experience in home healthcare is preferred.
• Must be able to read and understand DOT and FDA paperwork.
• Must lift up to 50+ pounds and work an on-call rotation when required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and train patients on home medical equipment.
• Follow routes and schedules, ensuring safe driving and patient safety.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform basic checks.
• Establish positive relations with patients and staff.
• Complete required DOT/FDA paperwork accurately.
• Participate in on-call rotations for after-hours emergencies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Safety conscious

DOT/FDA paperwork knowledge

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

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

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), Required

Work Experience

• Minimum, one year of experience in home healthcare field as service representative or 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
  • reaching above 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 to DOT and FMCSA regulations, Required