delivery technician at Owens & Minor

East Providence, Rhode Island, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Requirements

Education or experience equivalent to a high school diploma
At least one year of related experience
Must be at least 21 years of age or older at the time of hire
Minimum of three years driving history
Successful completion of Apria Healthcare's Driver Training Program
Must meet job-related requirements to comply with D.O.T., F.D.A., and standards of accrediting body
English language skills (reading, writing, verbal)
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license specific to vehicle operated
Physical abilities: use hands to finger, handle or feel objects/tools/controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear; close vision, distance vision, night vision, ability to adjust focus; frequently stand and lift objects from 1” to 36” high weighing 10-100 lbs and carry for 1-350 ft; regular use of computer, telephone, hand-held device, document imaging system; frequent sitting, walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, stooping

Responsibilities

Pulls, packs, delivers, and picks up medications, supplies, and basic equipment
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 and infusion equipment onto delivery vehicle
Responds to emergency delivery calls as needed during regular business hours and on an on-call basis
Completes necessary paperwork including daily delivery logs, pick-up and delivery forms, and vehicle maintenance logs; distributes paperwork to appropriate personnel
Maintains supply component of patient profiles
Notify supervisor if physical abuse of any family member, unsafe home environment (e.g., unsanitary conditions, insufficient food for children), or animals causing unsanitary conditions are discovered in the patient’s home
May clean and assist with the repair of equipment
Perform routine vehicle maintenance including checking gasoline, oil, fluids, tire pressure, and brakes; report malfunctions to supervisor
Performs other duties as required

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Durable Medical EquipmentDelivery DrivingPatient InstructionVehicle MaintenanceEmergency ResponsePaperwork ProcessingEquipment CleaningInventory ManagementRespiratory Equipment

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered to Owens & Minor teammates?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance available on the first working day, 401(k) eligibility after one year of service, employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Is this a remote position or does it require travel?

This is not a remote position; it involves delivering equipment to patients' homes, loading and unloading vehicles, and performing vehicle maintenance.

What qualifications and experience are required for the Delivery Technician role?

A high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related experience are required, along with being at least 21 years old, three years of driving history, successful completion of the Driver Training Program, and English language skills.

What is the company culture like at Owens & Minor?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Delivery Technician position?

Strong candidates will have at least one year of related experience, a clean three-year driving history, the ability to pass the Driver Training Program, and physical capability to load/unload equipment while responding to emergency calls.