Delivery Driver - Medical Equipment

Apria Healthcare • San Leandro, CA

398d • $38,854 - $63,086

About The Position

The Patient Service Technician is responsible for delivering and picking up medical equipment from homecare patients, ensuring they receive the necessary support for their health needs. This role involves setting up equipment, instructing patients on its use, and addressing any issues that arise. The technician must also manage daily schedules for deliveries and pickups, maintain vehicle compliance, and complete necessary documentation.

Requirements

• Education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma is required.
• At least one year of related work experience is required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older at the time of hire.
• Minimum of three years driving history required.
• Must possess a valid Driver's license.
• Successful completion of Apria Healthcare's Driver Training Program.
• Must meet job-related requirements to comply with D.O.T., F.D.A. and Joint Commissions regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer skills.
• Problem Solving/Analysis skills.
• Communication proficiency.
• Personal effectiveness and credibility.

Responsibilities

• Delivers and picks up equipment from homecare patients.
• Sets up equipment and instructs patients on the basic use of equipment.
• Assists patients in solving problems regarding equipment use.
• Schedules and organizes daily deliveries and pickups according to geographic territory.
• Loads and unloads durable medical or infusion equipment, oxygen, and medical supplies onto delivery vehicle.
• Complies with all applicable regulatory requirements including providing documents needed for the driver qualification file and abiding by hours of service, daily log, hazardous materials regulations, and vehicle inspection and maintenance regulations.
• Completes necessary paperwork including daily delivery logs, pick-up and delivery forms, reimbursement documents, and vehicle maintenance logs.
• Distributes paperwork to appropriate personnel.
• Notifies supervisor of any unsafe conditions or concerns discovered in the patient's home.
• Maintains daily vehicle maintenance logs and incident reports.
• Ensures vehicles are in proper working condition and preventive maintenance is performed on a timely basis.
• Responds to emergency delivery calls as needed and on an on-call basis.
• May clean and assist with the repair of equipment.
• Performs routine vehicle maintenance including checking gasoline, oil fluids, tire pressure, and brakes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day.
• 401(k), eligibility after one year of service.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Rental and Leasing Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees