Driver - Patient Service Technician
Company: Apria Healthcare
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: January 15, 2021
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Job Description:
Job Summary JOB SUMMARY Patient Service Technicians (PSTs) 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 (e.g., respiratory supplies, oxygen equipment,
hospital beds, wheelchairs, etc.) in their homes and care
facilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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 (placarding,
training and shipping papers) 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.* Notify supervisor if any one of the
following items is discovered in the patient's home:* Physical
abuse of any family member* Home environment is unsafe for the care
ordered, such as unsanitary conditions or insufficient food for
children* Animals in the home that cause unsanitary conditions*
Maintains daily vehicle maintenance logs and incident reports.
Ensures vehicles are in proper working condition. Ensures
preventive maintenance on vehicles is performed on a timely basis
according to D.O.T., F.D.A. and Joint Commission.* 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 the checking of gasoline, oil fluids,
tire pressure and brakes. Reports malfunction to supervisor.*
Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor.* Other
duties as assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES * N/A Minimum
Required Qualifications Education and/or Experience * Education or
experience equivalent to a high school diploma is required.* At
least one-year related work experience is required. Certificates,
Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations * 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 SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES *
Business Acumen* Problem Solving/Analysis* Communication
Proficiency* Personal Effectiveness/Credibility Computer Skills *
Basic computer skills Language Skills * English (reading, writing,
verbal) Mathematical Skills * Basic math skills. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her
hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach
with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The
employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision
requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision.
Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). *
Regularly required to use hands to write, use computer, operate a
motor vehicle, use a hand held device, telephone and use a document
imaging system and manipulate documents.* Regularly required to
read documents and write neatly, legibility and transcribe accurate
information and numbers/values.* Employee continually engages in
activities that require talking and hearing.* This position
requires frequent variations including sitting, walking, standing,
kneeling, reaching or stooping.* The employee must possess and
maintain a valid driver's license, specific to vehicle operated in
the conduct of this job.* Specific vision abilities required to
perform this job safely include close vision, distant vision, night
(low to limited light) vision and the ability to adjust focus to
work on a computer and read documents.* Strength Aspects:*
Frequently required to stand and lift objects from 1" to 36" high
with weights ranging from 10 lbs - 160 lbs, and carry objects for
distances ranging from 1 ft -350 ft, including travel up and down
stairs or in elevators.* Frequently required to push or pull
objects weighing from 20 lbs - 60 lbs, up and down stairs, through
doorways and thresholds, using dollies or carts, or on flat or
angled surfaces which may include outdoor surfaces, carpeting or
smooth floors. Distances pushed or pulled could range from 1-25 ft
on average.* Frequently required to grip objects with hands, up to
15 lbs of force.* Frequently required to grip objects with fingers,
up to 10 lbs of force.* Body Position and Flexibility Elements*
Frequently required to climb 100 stairs on average ranging from
3"-10" in height,* Frequently stepping in and out of company
vehicles ranging up to 20" in height.* Occasionally required to
climb ladders up to 10' high, in general.* Frequently required to
bend down at the waist to a torso level of 24" above the floor.*
Frequently required to reach, on average, 20" away from the body.*
Occasionally required to kneel on one or both knees and squat to
perform many of the above tasks. WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing
the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or
airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in
the work environment is usually low to moderate. * The employee is
required to inspect and safely operate a motor vehicle during the
day and night and in a wide range of weather and traffic
conditions.* The noise level in the work environment is varies
based on the locations or activities proximate to which can range
from low to high.* There is moderate exposure to dust, fume, mists
and odors.* Temperature ranges from normal indoor
climate-controlled environment in buildings or vehicles and various
outdoor conditions and temperature extremes encountered throughout
the year in a variety of US states.* General lighting is generally
provided via florescent lighting indoors, and natural lighting
outdoors, and low light conditions consistent with outdoor and/or
night working environment.* During off site travel events the
employee may be exposed to higher noise levels requiring the use of
hearing protection, with moderate potential exposure to moderate
dust, chemicals, fumes and odors, as well as cryogenic and cleaning
agents.* During off site travel events the employee may be required
to ride in company delivery vehicles and accompany employees on
deliveries and enter into patient homes.* May be required to
receive vaccinations and participate in medical assessments and
testing consistent with the work environment or patients exposed
to.* Will be required to wear various personal protective equipment
consistent with the hazards encountered in this role.* Will be
required to use hand tools for assembly and repair, material
handling equipment, cutting, carrying devices, cleanup kits or
equipment.* May be required to work with cryogenic fluids requiring
special precautions and PPE. The physical demands described above
are representative of those an employee encounters while performing
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. Join the Apria team for a rewarding
opportunity in healthcare! Competitive pay rates with cash
incentives and full benefit packages available (including health,
dental, vision, disability, 401(k) EEO Statement As an EOE/AA
employer, Apria Healthcare is committed to providing all applicants
and employees with equal access to employment opportunities,
regardless of sex, race, age, color, national origin, disability,
pregnancy, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation,
transgender status, gender identity, marital status, veteran
status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or
local law. Apria Healthcare shall abide by the requirements of 41
CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit
discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of
protected veteran status or disability, and require affirmative
action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ
and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and
individuals with disabilities. AA/EOE, M/F/Disability and Vet
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