Delivery Driver - Medical Equipment

Lincare•West Palm Beach, FL

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 follows assigned routes and schedules, completes patient orientation checklists, maintains a safe driving record, and inspects and maintains the company-provided delivery vehicle. The driver also maintains positive relationships with patients and colleagues and keeps the vehicle and warehouse clean and organized in accordance with FDA protocols. The position includes an on-call rotation during evening and weekend hours to respond to patient medical emergencies under company and local policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of professional driving experience or equivalent experience.
Non-CDL drivers must be 18 or older; CDL drivers must be 21 or older.
Maintain a valid driver's license for the appropriate class of vehicle while employed.
Meet physical requirements related to DOT and FMCSA regulations.
Communicate effectively, with strong speaking and writing skills.
Read and understand DOT- and FDA-required paperwork.
Be mentally alert and able to think critically and make decisions.
Demonstrate strong customer service and a positive, professional image with customers and employees.
Have basic computer knowledge.
Be able to lift 50 pounds or more independently and lift more than 50 pounds with mechanical or employee assistance.
Be able to maneuver in restricted spaces and perform the listed physical actions: straight pulling, pulling hand over hand, 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 shoulder level while loading and unloading.
Hold a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Home care or health care background.

Responsibilities

Deliver home medical equipment safely and on time.
Set up equipment and educate patients on its proper use.
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.
Build and maintain positive relationships with patients and internal team members.
Keep the delivery vehicle and warehouse clean and organized while adhering to FDA protocols.
Participate in an on-call rotation during evening and weekend hours to address patient medical emergencies in accordance with company and local policies.