You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Representative to manage and facilitate the delivery and installation of medical equipment. This role involves significant travel to interact directly with patients, ensuring they can effectively use the equipment provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel domestically via car and plane 75% of the time, primarily in the Midwest and Southwest regions.
• Home almost all weekends; frequently spend the whole business week at a traveled-to location.
• Schedule flights, hotels, and car rentals using a company card in compliance with the expense policy.
• Manage expense reports.
• Deliver and install medical equipment, including orthotic equipment and rental cold therapy/passive motion machines, to patients' homes, clinics, and care facilities.
• Interact with patients to ensure their ability to use equipment and provide hands-on demonstrations.
• Complete admin/phone work with a provided tablet.
• Perform light inventory in a warehouse setting.
• Clean equipment as necessary and communicate with the local Service Supervisor.
• Work locally out of a warehouse when not traveling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to travel to patients' homes.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable with frequent travel and flying to new locations for a week at a time.
• Physical ability to move equipment up to 60 pounds.
• Proof of insurance with required coverages.

Experience

• Preferred healthcare background in areas like Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Health Sciences, or Clinical.

Skills

• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills with patients.
• Self-motivated to work independently.

Additional Requirements

• Travel domestically 75% of the time, comfortably managing flights and accommodations.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Required Employment / Compliance Language

All employees must comply with the company's safety, security, and privacy guidelines to ensure the highest level of service and client satisfaction.

^*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

^*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.