Medical Equipment Delivery Driver (DOT)

AdaptHealth, LLC•El Segundo, CA

11d•$23 - $26

About The Position

AdaptHealth Medical Equipment Technicians safely deliver home medical equipment, set it up in customers’ homes or long-term care settings, and educate customers on its proper use and care. This role operates company vehicles at or above 10,001 pounds and requires compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The technician manages a service territory, delivers equipment including oxygen, supports customers and referral sources, and completes documentation and order processing. The role also includes equipment maintenance, patient assessments, on-call responsibilities, and compliance with company policies and relevant safety, privacy, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Entry-level sales or customer service background.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license in the state of residence.
Current DOT Medical Examiners Certificate (DOT Medical Card).
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 85 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 160 pounds.
Ability to stretch, bend, stoop, and crouch, and perform moderate to heavy physical labor while moving equipment, hazardous materials, and supplies.

Nice To Haves

One year of home medical equipment (HME) delivery experience is preferred.
Military experience, delivery-driver experience with a sales component, or healthcare technician experience is considered related experience.

Responsibilities

Operate a sprinter, box truck, or other company vehicle at or above 10,001 pounds in compliance with DOT requirements.
Maintain working knowledge of the company’s home medical equipment products and services and applicable governmental regulations.
Comply with company policies and procedures.
Manage the assigned territory to meet service goals and deliver equipment, including oxygen, in accordance with industry standards.
Educate customers on the proper use and care of respiratory and home medical equipment in home settings.
Complete written patient visit reports after setup and follow-up visits as required.
Assist customers with equipment problems under emergency conditions.
Process orders accurately and promptly.
Promote company services and products to community referral sources as appropriate.
Maintain basic reimbursement knowledge and document information needed to support reimbursement for appropriate equipment, products, and services.
Assist with implementation of the quality improvement program.
Maintain home oxygen systems through regularly scheduled customer visits.
Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy.
Perform routine preventative maintenance and simple equipment repairs as required by company policy.
Report equipment hazards and product incidents in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Safely drive and maintain the company vehicle.
Perform patient assessments and reassessments for patient care.
Follow procedures for personal protective equipment, infection control, and hazardous materials handling.
Understand and follow OSHA, DOT, and FDA requirements, including oxygen transportation requirements and applicable DOT driving-distance, duty-time record, travel-log, roadside inspection, and weigh-scale requirements.
Respond to DOT inspectors and provide required documentation, including a medical exam card, proof of work vehicle insurance, and shipping documents.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines.
Complete assigned compliance training and other required educational programs, and comply with AdaptHealth’s Compliance Program.
Clean equipment when assigned by a supervisor or when downtime allows, following Branch Maintenance and Cleaning Guidelines.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, eligible the first of the month following hire.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off plans, including six paid holidays.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Paid parental bonding leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
CVS Minute Clinic and Teledoc access.
Spousal Advantage Reimbursement Plan.
Identity Theft Protection and Legal Plan.