Medical Equipment Delivery Driver

Northwest-Respiratory-Service; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401k matching on day one

FSA Account (Medical/Dependent)

Pet Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Disability Insurance

Vacation and paid holidays

Flexible start times

Local routes - be home every night

Overtime and on-call premium pay

Job summary

Northwest Respiratory Services seeks a Medical Equipment Delivery Driver to join our team. This role involves safely transporting, delivering, and setting up DME equipment to patients' homes and facilities, including Skilled Nursing Facilities and Assisted Living communities.

You will educate patients on equipment use, troubleshoot issues, and provide compassionate, face-to-face service to support health and quality of life, with local routes and potential overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current state-issued driver’s license.
• Class B CDL with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements preferred; assistance available to obtain required licenses.
• Ability to lift up to 165 lbs and handle heavy equipment daily.
• Must pass drug test, a physical capability test, and DOT physical.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport, deliver, and set up a variety of DME equipment to patients' homes and facilities.
• Provide friendly, high-quality customer service to patients and facility partners.
• Adhere to safety procedures when transporting oxygen and medical equipment.
• Manage delivery routes and schedules to meet service goals.
• Assist with equipment problems and provide clear usage instructions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Physical strength

Job description

Northwest Respiratory Services seeks a Medical Equipment Delivery Driver to join our team. This person is the face of the company for our customers, providing empathetic and highly accurate communication in support of their health and quality of life. You will educate patients on the use of their equipment, troubleshoot issues, check-in with patients to ensure proper and safe use of their equipment, and build trust with our customers through regular face-to-face interactions.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Safley transport, deliver, and set up a variety of DME equipment, including oxygen tanks, and related products to patients' homes and healthcare facilities such as Skilled Nursing Facilities and Assisted Livings.Provide top of the line, friendly customer service to all our patients, and facility partners.Adhere to all safety procedures for transporting and handling oxygen and medical equipment.Effectively manage your delivery route and schedule to meet service goals and ensure timely delivery of equipment and oxygen.Assist with customer equipment problems and complaints in a timely and professional manner.Provide clear and concise instructions to patients and caregivers on the proper use and care of their equipment, as well as provide basic set up guidance and placement of said equipment.Compensation and Benefits:$22-$24 per hourHealth, Dental, Vision InsuranceEmployer Paid Life InsuranceMatched 401k Eligibility on Day One of EmploymentFSA Account (Medical and/or Dependent)Pet InsuranceShort Term and Long Term DisabilityAccident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness InsuranceVacation, sick, and paid holidaysFlexible start timesLocal routes. Be home every nightOpportunity for overtime and on-call work with premium payKey Qualifications:Current state issued driver’s license.Class B CDL with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements preferred but we can help you get the preferred licenses needed for this positionAcceptable criminal background check and motor vehicle record checkPass a mandated drug test, a physical capability test, and DOT PhysicalAbility to lift, pull, push and carry heavy equipment daily. (Up to 165lbs.)Strong interpersonal skills and customer service skillsA desire to work with the public and help others obtain a better quality of lifeDedication to our mission that includes caring for our customers with the highest standard of compassion, integrity, and careWe look forward to seeing your application and the opportunity to speak with you further!Northwest Respiratory Services is a privately held, regional leader in the respiratory product and service industry. We proudly serve patients in their own homes, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and veterans receiving care from the VA Hospital. Since 1976, we have been a trusted partner, dedicated to the highest standard of care at the best possible value.Northwest Respiratory Services is an EO Employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled