Delivery Technician - Roselle, NJ

Accendra Health, Inc.; Roselle (NJ); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

PTO

401(k) Plan

FSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Accident insurance

Well-being programs

Parental leave

Domestic partner benefits

Job summary

Delivery Technicians (DTs) at Apria enhance patients’ lives at home by delivering, setting up, and instructing on medical equipment in homes and care facilities. The hourly range is $20.00–$25.00, with compensation varying by experience, skills, education and location.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related experience. A valid Non-Commercial Driver’s License is required in the work state. May involve after-hours and on-call shifts.

Qualifications

• Education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma is required.
• At least one-year related experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and pick up basic medical equipment and supplies.
• Assemble, set up, inspect and test equipment; instruct patients and caregivers on basic operation.
• Complete paperwork related to deliveries, testing and equipment checks.
• Load and unload equipment from delivery vehicle.
• Operate non-commercial vehicle to transport medical equipment and oxygen.

Education

High school diploma

Job description

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve. With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials. If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Apria Healthcare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.

JOB SUMMARY

Delivery Technicians (DTs) at Apria improve the quality of life for our patients at home by delivering, setting up, and instructing patients on the use of medical equipment in their homes and care facilities. The anticipated salary range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00 hourly. The actual compensation offered may vary based on job related factors such as experience, skills, education and location.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pick up and deliver medical equipment (e.g., respiratory supplies, oxygen equipment, hospital beds, wheelchairs, etc.) and oxygen to patients in their homes.
• Assemble, set up, inspect and test equipment, and instruct patients and caregivers on basic operation and maintenance, in accordance with state licensing limitations.
• Complete paperwork relating to deliveries, pick-ups, testing and equipment checks, repairs, vehicle inspections, etc.
• Load and unload company vehicles with equipment and oxygen.
• Operate non-commercial vehicles (<10,000lbs GVW and carrying a combination of oxygen less than 1,001 lbs) carrying medical equipment and oxygen.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and check for gasoline, oil and fluid levels, tire pressure, and brakes.
• May be required to clean, disinfect and assist with equipment repairs.
• May be required to work after-hours and on an on-call basis.
• Successfully complete all required safe driving programs, abide by applicable motor vehicle laws and ordinances, and demonstrate safe driving practices at all times throughout employment.
• Maintain valid licenses and endorsements required for the position.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

N/A

Education and/or Experience

Education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma is required At least one-year related experience is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

Valid Non-Commercial Driver’s License in the state where the employee works.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Delivers and picks up basic medical equipment and supplies.
• May instruct patients on basic use of respiratory therapy equipment, durable medical equipment, oxygen equipment, and other equipment/services approved by state licensure limitations.
• Loads and unloads durable medical equipment onto and off of delivery vehicle.
• Responds to emergency delivery calls as needed during regular business hours and on an on-call basis.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent lifting/carrying 10 - 160 lbs, including up and down stairs
• Frequent pushing/pulling 20 lbs – 60 lbs, including up and down stairs
• Frequent sitting/standing/bending/stooping/squatting/kneeling/rotating/twisting
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, night (low to limited light) vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to communicate well with others

Apria Healthcare is committed to hiring veterans and military spouses.

Teammate Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
• Paid time off plan
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic life insurance
• Short-and long-term disability coverage
• Accident insurance
• Teammate Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Domestic partner benefits
• Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs

Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

Note: Accendra is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our Company via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our Company. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by our Company as a result of the referral or through other means.

#AccendraHealth

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve. With more than 6,000 teammates across a nationwide network of over 250 service locations across our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, we have the reach and expertise to make home-based care work better for everyone. If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities ─ from remote-friendly to hybrid and in-person roles ─ and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.