Delivery Driver - Medical Equipment

Lincare Holdings Inc.; Smiths Grove (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Quarterly safety bonuses

On-call pay

Training programs

Job summary

Lincare Holdings Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a Delivery Driver to ensure safe and timely delivery of home medical equipment to patients, and to provide equipment setup and education on proper use.

You will follow patient orientation checklists, adhere to routes and schedules, maintain a clean, safe vehicle, and build positive relationships with patients and staff. On-call rotations may occur during evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• One year of professional driving experience required.
• Home care/health care background is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow patient orientation checklists during delivery and training.
• Adhere to assigned routes and schedules; maintain safety standards.
• Inspect and maintain the delivery vehicle and ensure safe loading/unloading.
• Establish and maintain rapport with patients and internal team members.
• Work on-call rotation during evenings and weekends to address patient emergencies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer service

Valid driver's license

DOT paperwork knowledge

FDA regulations awareness

Basic computer skills

Professional appearance

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 professional driving role or equivalent position, Required
• Home care/health care background is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Non CDL drivers can be 18 or older
• CDL drivers are required to be 21 or older
• 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