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Oxygen Delivery Technician

Nacogdoches, TX, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.50 - $17.75
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Work Schedule

On-call
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Uniform allowance
Professional development opportunities

Job Description

This position is offered by a reputable home medical equipment and respiratory care provider dedicated to enhancing patient care through the delivery and servicing of vital medical equipment. The company operates within the healthcare industry, specializing in the distribution and maintenance of respiratory equipment, oxygen systems, and other home medical devices. Committed to safety, regulatory compliance, and quality service, this organization exceptionally supports patients with respiratory needs in their homes and healthcare facilities. The role is offered as a full-time position with opportunities for on-call work, which is critical in addressing the immediate needs of patients.

The role of the Medical Equipment Delivery Driver is integral to the smooth operation of the respiratory care services provided. Reporting directly to the Respiratory Operations Manager, the successful candidate plays a key part in ensuring timely delivery of home medical equipment, including oxygen systems and related supplies, to patients and clients. Expertise in Department of Transportation (DOT) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations related to oxygen handling is essential, as this knowledge ensures all deliveries meet legal and health standards. The driver delivers equipment after carefully loading and segregating clean and used items according to protocol to prevent cross-contamination and maintain hygiene.

An important aspect of the role includes planning and executing efficient daily routes that optimize time and resources to provide prompt service. The delivery driver not only transports equipment but also provides patient orientation on the correct and safe usage of devices, fostering a positive patient experience and reducing the likelihood of equipment misuse. The person in this position acts as the company’s field representative, interacting directly with patients and clients, solving problems, and maintaining professional conduct and appearance to uphold the company’s reputation. Beyond deliveries, the driver assists with equipment returns, cleaning, minor repairs, inventory management, and administrative duties such as accurate documentation and paperwork completion.

This role requires physical stamina, including frequent lifting of light to moderately heavy items to support the demands of patient home visits and hospital service locations. The medical equipment delivery driver also demonstrates strong competencies in problem-solving, time management, communication, technology use, and collaboration with respiratory therapists and patient care coordinators to support overall operations. The ideal candidate conveys patience, courtesy, and sincerity towards patients, marketing the company’s services positively within the community. This position offers a blend of independent work and teamwork responsibilities, requiring a motivated individual committed to providing compassionate and professional care through their logistical and technical skills.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma required
  • 1-3 years of EMT and/or medical delivery driver experience preferred
  • must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
  • must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • ability to travel to patient homes and hospitals
  • good problem-solving skills
  • effective time management skills
  • communication proficiency
  • familiarity with technological tools and applications
  • customer/client focus
  • ability to collaborate with coworkers and healthcare professionals

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma required
  • 1-3 years of EMT and/or medical delivery driver experience preferred
  • excellent communication skills, both written and verbal to interact knowledgeably with customers/clients

Job Duties

  • Reports directly to the respiratory operations manager
  • become familiar with all DOT and FDA regulations as they pertain to oxygen
  • delivers equipment and supplies from inventory as prescribed on patient/client delivery tickets
  • assures proper segregation of clean and dirty equipment in the delivery vehicle
  • loads the equipment, oxygen systems, and related supplies into vehicle
  • determines or obtains the best daily route, then drives delivery vehicles on that route, to deliver home medical equipment, oxygen and supplies to home care patients/clients in a timely manner
  • completes route sheet accurately and returns in a timely manner
  • provides patient/client orientation, instructing on the proper use, maintenance and safety of equipment
  • works with patients/clients to solve a variety of problems, thereby acting as a company field representative
  • returns and unloads returned rental equipment, assuring proper segregation of clean and dirty equipment
  • completes delivery and pick up paperwork promptly and accurately, including route sheets, manifests and patient/client documentation, returning paperwork to the appropriate facility personnel
  • assists in cleaning and disinfecting rental equipment
  • assists in minor repair work on home medical equipment within the scope of training
  • requests additional stock for inventory as needed
  • assists in inventory count as needed
  • maintains a professional appearance and appears in proper company uniform
  • assists in tracking down paperwork, signatures, charts, etc as needed to complete orders
  • promotes teamwork among co-workers, including in assisting respiratory therapists and patient care coordinator as needed
  • takes on-call time on an agreed upon basis
  • performs all office maintenance tasks as required
  • demonstrates timeliness, courtesy, sincerity and patience when dealing with patients/clients
  • markets the company in a positive and professional manner at all times
  • assumes other duties within scope of training as assigned by the respiratory operations manager
  • other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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