DME Technician-Driver

LE10005 Empath Payroll Services, LLC; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Suncoast Hospice, part of Empath Health, is seeking a DME Technician-Driver to deliver and set up medical equipment, educate patients and caregivers, and manage warehouse duties in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties. The role involves vehicle maintenance, safety inspections, and on-call readiness to support emergency situations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, valid Florida driver’s license, ability to lift up to 75 pounds, and background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent)
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and safe driving record
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform strenuous work
• Physical stamina to load/move medical equipment
• Background check, fingerprinting and drug screening required
• Ability to complete routine paperwork and navigate electronic systems
• On-call rotation including weekends/holidays
• Availability for weather-related and other emergencies

Responsibilities

• Deliver and set up equipment and teach patients/caregivers basic use and maintenance
• Communicate clearly with patients and families and provide exceptional service
• Maintain delivery logs, oxygen manifest, tickets, and inventory updates
• Clean and organize DME warehouse, stock items, and inspect for quality
• Record maintenance in inventory system and report damaged items
• Repair broken or damaged DME as needed
• Maintain assigned vehicles and perform daily/weekly inspections
• Follow safety policies for handling soiled linen and waste
• Support other Empath Health DME locations during emergencies

Job description

Suncoast Hospice, a part of Empath Health is seeking DME Technician-Driver, responsible for the delivery and set-up/assembly of medical equipment and supplies and also for the pick-up/disassembly of the equipment when it is no longer needed. This position will provide education to patients and caregivers on the proper, safe use of the equipment. In addition, the DME Technician will work within the DME warehouse cleaning and moving DME items. Since 1977, Suncoast Hospice has been honored to serve our neighbors across Pinellas and Hillsborough counties with compassionate end-of-life care. As part of Empath Health, we help those living with advanced illness find comfort, dignity, and meaning, while supporting their families and caregivers with guidance and care every step of the way.

What you'll Do

• Deliver and set up equipment. In addition, will instruct patient/caregiver on basic use and maintenance of equipment to ensure safe use and care in patient setting.
• Communicate with patients and families in a clear and respectful manner, providing exceptional customer service.
• Maintain accurate delivery logs, oxygen manifest, delivery tickets and all other related paperwork and electronic inventory, routing, and tracking updates throughout each shift.
• Perform work duties within the DME warehouse(s), including but not limited to: Cleaning equipment and maintaining stock, receiving new items, cleaning and organization of the warehouse.
• Perform thorough inspection on each item for quality assurance.
• Record performed maintenance in inventory control system.
• Repair broken or damaged DME.
• Report all damaged/discarded items to Warehouse Lead
• General cleaning and organization of warehouse.
• Responsible for maintaining assigned vehicles in a clean and orderly fashion with accurate inventory.
• Detailed daily vehicle inspections and weekly mechanical inspections are required.
• Required to safely handle soiled linen, equipment, and trash in accordance with Empath Policy
• Perform other duties as assigned by Warehouse Lead or DME Manager.
• Must be available to work during weather or other emergency situations, including for other Empath Health DME locations.

Why Join Empath Health?

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need

• Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one-year related experience and/or training preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License and qualified driving safety record per insurance requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform strenuous work.
• Physical stamina and strength to load, unload, and move medical equipment required.
• Background check, fingerprinting and drug screening required for employment.
• Ability to complete routine paperwork and navigate electronic routing/inventory system
• Participate in an on‑call rotation, weekends and holidays as assigned.
• Flexibility and Availability from work schedule standpoint to meet patient needs.
• Required to be available for work during weather related and other emergencies.

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All. Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support. Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life. At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful. Empath Health is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended ("ADA"), and applicable state and local laws. It is Empath Health's policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual's disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, Empath Health will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made Empath Health aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to Empath Health. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within Empath Health or to request a reasonable accommodation to utilize Empath Health's online employment application, please contact [e-mail]. Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. For more information, please refer to this machine-readable PDF to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If viewing in HTML, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal in English or Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal in Spanish. We’re Empath, and We’re Here to Redefine Healthcare Pretty bold statement, we know, but boldness is in our bones. We were founded more than 45 years ago with a transformative belief: that people should have a say in their healthcare. What started as a volunteer movement has transformed into an integrated network composed of thousands of colleagues and volunteers serving tens of thousands of individuals each day. And the best part? We're just getting started. Whether you are into hands‑on patient care or more the Excel formula type, we've got a place for you on Team Empath. It takes all of us to provide Full Life Care. Are you ready to join Team Empath?