Home Medical Equipment HME Technician

Banner Health•Peoria, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Banner Home Medical Equipment is a leading provider in Maricopa County and Pima County market in Arizona, and Weld/Larimer counties in Northern Colorado, offering respiratory, sleep, ventilation, and other high-acuity respiratory services. They also provide Photo Therapy, Negative Wound Pressure Therapy, Orthotic and Prosthetics, Durable Medical Equipment, Enteral Nutrition, Ostomy, and Wound Care Supplies, servicing over 100,000 customers annually. The organization is accredited by The Compliance Team (TCT) and has consistently achieved three-year certifications for all lines of service, recognized as an exemplary provider. This role is within a fast-growing post-acute services agency in AZ. The Home Medical Equipment Technician will assist post-acute patients by teaching them about the safe and proper use of medical equipment in their homes. The position offers an autonomous and outdoor work environment, with a company cell phone and Banner trucks provided for equipment delivery. A clean driving record is required for insurance coverage eligibility.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
One year of experience in hospital, home care, HME, transportation or other healthcare related setting.
Must demonstrate excellent face-to-face customer service.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.
Ability to keep detailed records regarding equipment and medical records.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Able to prioritize and organize daily work according to patient needs.
Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in equipment maintenance and repair and knowledge of local delivery area is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Loads, delivers, sets up and provides operational instructions, education and troubleshooting material with patient/caregiver on use of home medical equipment including but not limited to Oxygen, Pediatric oxygen, NPWT, Enteral, and bedroom/bathroom medical equipment and associated supplies, in accordance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
Completes required documentation associated with equipment pick-ups and equipment delivery, set up, instruction and education of products in accordance with company policy, state and federal regulatory requirements.
Responds to emergency delivery calls on a regular basis and participates in the on call troubleshooting and delivery rotation.
Clean and disinfect medical equipment. Inspects tests and performs equipment preventive maintenance to ensure proper operating condition according to manufacturer's guidelines and company policy.
Completes annual competencies of all products to ensure knowledge of current standards.
Helps to ensures delivery vehicle is in proper working condition by use of daily vehicle inspection. Maintains accurate daily vehicle inspection, inventory and route logs.
May have responsibility for operation and maintenance of the oxygen cylinder transfill station and warehouse functions.
Works independently on-site with patients and family members. Prioritizes work to balance patient satisfaction and company resources.