Delivery Driver - Medical Equipment

Lincare • Watertown, NY

10d • $17 - $23

About The Position

Lincare is seeking a Delivery Driver to deliver home medical equipment safely and on time, set up equipment, and educate patients on its proper use. The role involves following patient orientation checklists, adhering to assigned routes and schedules, maintaining the delivery vehicle and warehouse, and providing courteous, professional service to patients and colleagues. Drivers participate in an on-call rotation during evening and weekend hours to respond to patient medical emergencies in accordance with company and local policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience in a professional driving role or equivalent position.
• Non-CDL drivers must be at least 18 years old; CDL drivers must be at least 21 years old.
• Maintain a valid driver's license for the appropriate vehicle class while employed.
• Meet physical requirements related to DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Communicate well with people, with strong speaking and writing skills.
• Present a positive, professional image to customers and employees.
• Read and understand DOT- and FDA-required paperwork.
• Use critical thinking, make decisions, and remain mentally alert.
• Demonstrate strong customer service and basic computer knowledge.
• Lift more than 50 pounds independently and lift loads exceeding 50 pounds with mechanical or employee assistance.
• Maneuver often in restricted spaces.
• Perform straight pulling, hand-over-hand pulling, reaching above the shoulder, fine finger manipulation, and repeated bending.
• Use hands, legs, and eyes to operate a vehicle and use depth perception.
• Lift up to 15 pounds above the shoulder while loading and unloading.

Nice To Haves

• Home care or health care background.

Responsibilities

• Follow complete patient orientation checklists during delivery and training.
• Adhere to assigned routes and schedules.
• Follow transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record.
• Inspect and maintain the company-provided delivery vehicle and ensure safe loading and unloading.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with patients and internal team members.
• Keep the delivery vehicle and warehouse clean and organized while adhering to FDA protocols.
• Work an on-call rotation during evening and weekend hours to address patient medical emergencies in accordance with company and local policies.
• Deliver and set up home medical equipment and educate patients on its proper use.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package with flexible options.
• Ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
• Quarterly safety bonuses.
• Increased compensation for working on-call.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral program.
• Employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED