DME Technician PRN - Mon-Sat Days

Williamson Medical Center • Franklin, IN

34d • Onsite

About The Position

The role of the Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Tech is to provide DME services to the patients of Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent, required. Clinical background or Athletic Training education preferred. Must be versed in anatomy. Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapy Techs, Personal Trainers, and all allied health professionals encouraged to apply.
• At least one year of experience in a medical setting with some prior Durable Medical Equipment or similar experience is preferred.
• This position requires a fundamental knowledge of technical work with orthopedic devices and bracing related activities. Clinical work is performed under the general supervision of a licensed patient care professional. Competent in the use of standard medical office equipment and medical supplies including computers with appropriate medical software, facsimile machines, copying machines and telephones.
• Stooping, turning, bending, squatting, kneeling and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds; constant/repetitive standing; requires normal, correctable vision and hearing, and the ability to accurately discern color as necessary to perform job functions. Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical background or Athletic Training education preferred.
• Athletic Trainers, Physical Therapy Techs, Personal Trainers, and all allied health professionals encouraged to apply.
• At least one year of experience in a medical setting with some prior Durable Medical Equipment or similar experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fit patients for Durable Medical Equipment (DME) as directed by Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner.
• Provide patient education regarding use of the appropriate DME.
• Provide troubleshooting services to patients who have questions regarding their prescribed DME products.
• Responsible for entering charges for DME that is dispensed into the Electronic Medical Records system.
• Use of Don Joy's Motion MD system for inventory tracking, and set up Rental agreements and tracking systems.
• Triage/multitask based on needs and priority of a high volume clinic.
• Ensure that all necessary documentation and authorization is obtained as it relates to payer requirements.
• Attend to patients post operatively to dispense post-op required equipment and educating depending on the physicians order and prescription.
• Observes universal precautions.
• Communicates effectively with patients/families and the clinical team in a manner that promotes positive working relationships.
• Maintains work area and personal appearance in a way that reflects professionalism and demonstrates to our patients, visitors and coworkers the importance we place on cleanliness, orderliness and safety.
• Duties also included any other requests from the DME Coordinators, CEO, Clinic Manager or Coordinator, Physicians, Clinical staff and patients that included problem-solving, critical thinking, and ensuring the clients are always satisfied.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• PTO
• Retirement Matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount programs
• FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Aid

What This Job Offers

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