Delivery Driver - Medical Equipment

Lincare Holdings; Yorktown (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture: Inclusive environment

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits

Growth: Training and development

Incentives: On-call bonuses

Job summary

Lincare Holdings is seeking a Delivery Driver to ensure safe and timely delivery of home medical equipment to patients, including setup and patient education.

The role requires a GED or high school diploma, at least one year of professional driving experience, and a valid driver's license. On-call evening/weekend coverage and compliance with FDA/DOT guidelines are part of duties.

Qualifications

• Must have strong people skills and communicate effectively with patients and team members.
• Ability to follow DOT/FMC... regulations and read relevant paperwork.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license and meet physical requirements for the role.

Responsibilities

• Follow complete patient orientation checklists during delivery and training
• Adhere to assigned routes and schedules
• Abide by transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record
• Inspect and maintain delivery vehicle and ensure safety during loading/unloading
• Establish and maintain good relations with patients and internal teams
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of delivery vehicle and warehouse
• Work on-call rotation during evenings and weekends for patient emergencies

Skills

People skills

Communication

DOT/FDA paperwork

Valid driver’s license

Reading comprehension

Physical fitness

Education

GED or High School Diploma

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
• 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 to DOT and FMCSA regulations, Required