Delivery Driver - Medical Equipment

Lincare • Winfield, KS

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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 providing professional customer service. Drivers inspect and maintain company-provided vehicles, keep vehicles and warehouse areas clean and organized, and follow applicable FDA, transportation, DOT, and FMCSA requirements. The position also participates 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 an 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.
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent speaking and writing skills.
• Present a positive, professional image to customers and employees.
• Ability to read and understand DOT- and FDA-required paperwork.
• Critical-thinking and decision-making skills, and mental alertness.
• Strong customer service skills and basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds independently and to lift loads exceeding 50 pounds with mechanical or employee assistance.
• Ability to maneuver often in restricted spaces and 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 to 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

• Deliver home medical equipment safely and on time to patients.
• 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 safety while loading and unloading.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patients and internal team members.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the delivery vehicle and warehouse in accordance with FDA protocols.
• Participate in an evening and weekend on-call rotation to address patient medical emergencies under company and local policies.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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