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Form of workAt Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 50+ facilities across the US and 18,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers-and their patients-are at the heart of what we do.
Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.
Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day
- 401(k), eligibility after 30 days of employment
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Development opportunities to grow your career with a global company
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Apria Healthcare's mission is to improve the quality of life for our patients at home. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful and compassionate people, to meet the needs of our patients. Already an industry leader in healthcare services, we provide home respiratory services and select medical equipment to help our patients sleep better, breathe better, heal faster, and thrive longer.
JOB SUMMARY
Delivery Technicians (DTs) at Apria improve the quality of life for our patients at home by delivering, setting up, and instructing patients on the use of medical equipment in their homes and care facilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Pick up and deliver medical equipment (e.g., respiratory supplies, oxygen equipment, hospital beds, wheelchairs, etc.) and oxygen to patients in their homes.
• Assemble, set up, inspect and test equipment, and instruct patients and caregivers on basic operation and maintenance, in accordance with state licensing limitations.
• Complete paperwork relating to deliveries, pick-ups, testing and equipment checks, repairs, vehicle inspections, etc.
• Load and unload company vehicles with equipment and oxygen.
• Operate non-commercial vehicles (10,000lbs GVW and carrying a combination of oxygen less than 1,001 lbs) carrying medical equipment and oxygen.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and check for gasoline, oil and fluid levels, tire pressure, and brakes.
• May be required to clean, disinfect and assist with equipment repairs.
• May be required to work after-hours and on an on-call basis.
• Successfully complete all required safe driving programs, abide by applicable motor vehicle laws and ordinances, and demonstrate safe driving practices at all times throughout employment.
• Maintain valid licenses and endorsements required for the position.
• Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• N/A
Education and/or Experience
• Education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma is required
• At least one-year related experience is required
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations:
• Valid Non-Commercial Driver's License in the state where the employee works
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Delivers and picks up basic medical equipment and supplies.
• May instruct patients on basic use of respiratory therapy equipment, durable medical equipment, oxygen equipment, and other equipment/services approved by state licensure limitations.
• Loads and unloads durable medical equipment onto and off of delivery vehicle.
• Responds to emergency delivery calls as needed during regular business hours and on an on-call basis.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Frequent lifting/carrying 10 - 160 lbs, including up and down stairs
• Frequent pushing/pulling 20 lbs - 60 lbs, including up and down stairs
• Frequent sitting/standing/bending/stooping/squatting/kneeling/rotating/twisting
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, night (low to limited light) vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to communicate well with others
Apria Healthcare is committed to hiring veterans and military spouses.
If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.
Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.
