DME/Cast Technician Full Time

Hughston•Columbus, GA

12d

About The Position

The DME/Cast Technician assists with the maintenance of durable medical equipment (DME) supplies and orders, casting, and patient care activities related to casts and postoperative care. The role supports patients by assessing DME needs, applying and removing casts and appliances, assisting with procedures, and ensuring that equipment, orders, and documentation are handled appropriately. The technician may also provide backup support for Medical Assistant duties when needed.

Requirements

One year of orthopaedic healthcare experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license, satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR), and proof of insurance for onboarding; an annual MVR may be required, and background reports may be run as needed during employment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Ability to work independently.
Working knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
Knowledge of fracture care coding, including CPT and ICD-10 codes.
Excellent computer skills.

Nice To Haves

One year of Ortho Tech experience or two years of casting experience.
Completion of an accredited Orthopaedic specialist training program.

Responsibilities

Escort patients from the waiting area to the cast room or DME area as needed for assessment of their needs.
Remove and apply fiberglass and plaster casts and other appliances as needed.
Assist with fracture reductions and minor surgical procedures; remove sutures and staples and apply bandages.
Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment.
Stock and maintain workspaces.
Assist with supply and DME ordering, inventory, and receiving, and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
Deliver DME products to area hospitals as needed.
Obtain authorization for custom braces and other DME prescribed for workers’ compensation patients.
Review DME receipts daily to ensure items are billed.
Determine appropriate DME sizing and fit items for patients as needed.
Work DME hold buckets in the Athena workflow dashboard throughout the day.
Ensure DME orders and procedure documentation are complete before issuing DME.
Assist with dispensing pre-packed medications to patients as directed by a physician.
Triage cast patients with problems in the absence of a physician, if necessary.
Provide backup support with Medical Assistant duties when necessary, if applicable.