Medical Equipment Technician at AdaptHealth, LLC

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Equipment Setup, Patient Education, Documentation, Problem Solving, Sales, Reimbursement Knowledge, Quality Improvement, Preventative Maintenance, Communication, PPE Usage, HIPAA Compliance, Driving, Physical Labor, Empathy, Compassion

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description AdaptHealth Opportunity – Apply Today! At AdaptHealth we offer full-service home medical equipment products and services to empower patients to live their best lives – out of the hospital and in their homes. We are actively recruiting in your area. If you are passionate about making a profound impact on the quality of patients’ lives, please click to apply, we would love to hear from you. Medical Equipment Technician Medical Equipment Technicians are responsible for ensuring safe delivery, providing setup, and education in usage of home medical equipment for our customers. Setup is done in their home, long-term care setting, clinic or any location deemed necessary to service patients. Job Duties: Develop and maintain working knowledge of current HME products and services offered by the company and all applicable governmental regulations. Comply with all applicable company policies and procedures. Educate customers in proper use and care of respiratory and HME equipment in a home setting. Complete required documentation following equipment setup, delivery or pickups as required. Assist with customer equipment problems under emergency conditions. Process all orders in a timely, accurate manner. Promote services and products to referral sources in the community as appropriate. Develop basic reimbursement knowledge and completely document all information necessary to ensure reimbursement for all appropriate equipment, products, and services. Assist with implementation of quality improvement program to meet company policies. Maintain home oxygen systems through regularly scheduled visits to customers. Safely drive and maintain company vehicle. Perform patient assessment and re-assessment for patient care. Perform routine preventative maintenance and simple repairs on equipment as required in accordance with company policies. Report equipment hazards and/or product incidents as required in accordance with company policies and procedures. Develop and maintain working knowledge of current HME products and services offered by the company. Assume on-call responsibilities during non-business hours in accordance with company policy. Retain knowledge of and consistently adhere to procedures for the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), infection control and hazardous materials handling. Maintain patient confidentiality and function within the guidelines of HIPAA. Completes assigned compliance training and other educational programs as required. Maintains compliant with AdaptHealth’s Compliance Program Responsible for cleaning equipment when assigned by supervisor or down time allows, following the Branch Maintenance and Cleaning Guidelines Perform other related duties as assigned. Requirements Minimum Job Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalency Entry level sales, customer service background essential One (1) year of Military, delivery driver with sales component or health care technician experience would be considered related experience and preferred. Senior level requires two (2) years of work-related experience and one (1) year of exact job experience. Valid and unrestricted driver’s license in the state of residence Physical Demands and Work Environment: Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Must be able to stretch, bend, stoop and crouch and perform moderate to heavy physical labor while moving equipment and supplies. Subject to long periods of sitting and driving. Work environment may be stressful at times, as overall work activities and work levels fluctuate. May be exposed to unsanitary conditions in some home settings. May be exposed to hazardous materials, loud noise, extreme heat/cold, direct, or indirect contact with airborne, bloodborne, and/or other potentially infectious pathogen. May be exposed to high crime areas within the service community. Must be able to drive independently and travel as needed. May be exposed to angry or irate customers. Must be able to access the patient’s residence without assistance. Mental alertness to perform the essential functions of position. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written with customers with the ability to demonstrate empathy, compassion, courtesy, and respect for privacy. AdaptHealth is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline, and termination.

Responsibilities

Medical Equipment Technicians are responsible for the safe delivery, setup, and education of home medical equipment for customers. They also assist with customer equipment problems and maintain home oxygen systems through scheduled visits.