DME Specialist

Northeast Orthopaedic Alliance PLLC • Springfield, MA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The DME Specialist/Fitter supports patient care by assisting with orthotic fittings and durable medical equipment needs in a fast-paced orthopedic practice. This role ensures smooth patient flow, proper application and removal of splints and orthotics, and provides patients with clear care instructions while maintaining accurate documentation and inventory control.

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience applying orthopedic casts and braces
• Proficiency in medical terminology
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to clearly explain procedures and instructions to patients
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and medical office software preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequent walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, and sitting
• Ability to work at a computer monitor for up to 6 hours per day
• Visual and hearing acuity correctable to normal in one eye and one ear

Responsibilities

• Maintain smooth and efficient patient flow throughout the clinic
• Position, transfer, and prepare patients for orthotic fittings
• Apply and remove splints and orthotics
• Provide patients with verbal and written orthotic care instructions
• Document patient visits accurately in the medical record
• Assist other departments with patient transfers as needed
• Stock, clean, and maintain the DME room
• Assist with ordering and inventory management of DME supplies
• Perform related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED