Med Equip Delivery Educator

CoxHealth; Houston (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

Retirement with Employer Match

Job summary

CoxHealth in Houston, MO is seeking a Medical Equipment Delivery Educator to deliver, set up and educate customers on durable medical equipment in homes, offices, or clinics. This role provides 24-hour/day coverage to Home Support customers and triages calls to ensure timely assistance.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent; no prior experience required. Must be able to use computers and phone systems, maintain a professional demeanor, and comply with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Must be able to use computer/software systems and a phone system to transmit orders.
• Markets and represents Home Support in a positive and professional manner.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Familiar with regulatory agencies and CoxHealth Home Support policy and procedures.
• Demonstrates timeliness, courtesy, sincerity and patience when dealing with customers.
• Maintains knowledge of respiratory and DME equipment and home care trends.
• Adheres to OSHA, DOT, and Joint Commission regulations relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, set up, and educate customers on durable medical equipment.
• Provide 24-hour/day coverage to Home Support customers and triage calls.
• Maintain inventory and operate warehouse systems efficiently.

Skills

Computer usage

Phone system handling

Team communication

Regulatory compliance

Safety procedures

Inventory & warehouse knowledge

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Facility: Home Support Texas County: 1336 S Sam Houston Blvd, Houston, Missouri, United States of America, 65483 Department: 1299 DME Houston Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hours: 8:00am -4:30pm Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics.

CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence: Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Job Description: A Medical Equipment Delivery Educator will be responsible for delivery, set-up and education of durable medical equipment and supplies, which could occur in the customer home, Home Support office or clinic/hospital settings. Provides 24-hour/day coverage to Home Support customers and triage all calls effectively.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience

• No Previous Experience Required

Skills

• Must be able to use computer/software systems, phone system in order to transmit orders.
• Markets and represents Home Support in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Possesses the ability to communicate as a team when problem solving, discussing comments, ideas and issues with co-workers and supervisors.
• Familiar and compliant with regulatory agencies and CoxHealth Home Support policy and procedures as it relates to their job.
• Demonstrates timeliness, courtesy, sincerity and patience when dealing with internal and external customers. Maintains a clean and organized work area in order to facilitate timely order placement and easy order tracking Utilizes supplies in an efficient manner and orients and maintains a thorough working knowledge of the warehouse and inventory management systems.
• Effectively maintains current knowledge of respiratory and DME equipment and trends related to home care.
• Defines hospital emergency codes, OSHA standards, infection control methods and performs lifting principles in completing the job. Practices safety principles in completing job.
• Able to communicate the problems/needs of the MEDE III job responsibilities and of a patient or customer well and through the appropriate channels
• Utilizes current committee structures and formal line of communication to promote problem solving and decision making and to communicate results.
• Utilizes standards, guidelines and protocols for optimal care delivery.
• Incorporate data and information to continually improve care and practice to enhance outcome.
• Familiar and compliant with DOT, Joint Commission, OSHA, FDA regulations and CoxHealth Home Support policy and procedure as it relates to their job.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Required: Must obtain Class E Driver's License within 30 days of hire
• If performing Liquid Oxygen duties, a CDL is required within 60 days of hire.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you!

CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

OUR MISSION To improve the health of the communities we serve. OUR VISION To be the best for those who need us. OUR VALUES Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.