Delivery Driver - Medical Equipment

Lincare•Lakeport, CA

13d•$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, maintaining assigned routes and schedules, and caring for a company-provided delivery vehicle. Drivers also maintain relationships with patients and internal team members, keep the vehicle and warehouse clean and organized in accordance with FDA protocols, and participate in an evening and weekend on-call rotation to respond to patient medical emergencies under company and local policies. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of professional driving experience or equivalent, a valid driver's license for the vehicle class, and the ability to meet DOT and FMCSA physical requirements. Home care or health care experience is a plus. The job requires safe vehicle operation, customer service, basic computer skills, and the ability to handle physical tasks including lifting and maneuvering equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of professional driving experience or equivalent position.
Valid driver's license for the appropriate class of vehicle, maintained throughout employment.
Meet all physical requirements related to DOT and FMCSA regulations.
Non-CDL drivers must be at least 18 years old; CDL drivers must be at least 21 years old.
Good interpersonal skills and excellent speaking and writing skills.
Ability to convey a positive and professional image to customers and employees.
Ability to read and understand DOT- and FDA-required paperwork.
Ability to think critically, make decisions, and remain mentally alert.
Strong customer service skills and basic computer knowledge.
Ability to lift 50 or more pounds independently and lift more than 50 pounds with mechanical or employee assistance.
Ability to maneuver often in restricted spaces; perform straight pulling, hand-over-hand pulling, reaching above the shoulder, fine finger manipulation, and repeated bending.
Ability to use hands, legs, and eyes to operate a vehicle and use depth perception.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds above the shoulder while loading and unloading.

Nice To Haves

Home care or health care background.

Responsibilities

Follow patient orientation checklists during equipment delivery and training.
Follow assigned routes and schedules.
Comply with 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 positive relationships with patients and internal team members.
Keep the delivery vehicle and warehouse clean and organized in accordance with FDA protocols.
Participate in evening and weekend on-call rotations 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.