Delivery Driver - Medical Equipment

Lincare Holdings, Inc.; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in providing oxygen and medical equipment seeks a Delivery Driver to join their team. The role involves ensuring safe delivery and setup of medical equipment for patients while maintaining a clean and organized vehicle. Ideal candidates must possess excellent communication skills, a valid driver's license, and a minimum of one year in a healthcare-related position.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Ample training and development opportunities

Quarterly safety bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in home healthcare or equivalent position.
• Must be good with people, maintaining a professional image.
• Must meet DOT and FMCSA physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and timely delivery of home medical equipment.
• Adhere to assigned routes and maintain vehicle safety.
• Educate patients on proper use of equipment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Decision making

Critical thinking

Basic computer knowledge

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 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
• 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
• 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

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