DME Technician

Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics LLC•Winchester, VA

10d•$24 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The DME Technician is responsible for the clinic’s durable medical equipment. The DME Technician selects and orders the appropriate equipment needed while ensuring delivery and proper functionality. Responsible for training use of equipment as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience in fitting braces, boots, and splints.
Strong Interpersonal Skills - Ability to develop relationships and collaborate in a decentralized organization.
Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment with a proven track record of results.
Strong oral and written communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
Required to be proficient in Windows based office technologies (e.g., Word, Excel).
Thorough knowledge of Medical Terminology and EHR systems.
Able to work independently.
Exudes professionalism in presentation.
Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in the English language.

Nice To Haves

Athletic Trainer: Current certification and active VA state license required. Two (2) years' experience in clinical outreach preferred.
Medical Assistant or Orthopaedic Technologist: Current certification and five (5) years' experience in an orthopaedic clinic setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Exhibits strong customer service skills in daily interaction with the public, patients, staff, and physicians in the performance of job duties.
Fits patients with all braces, ambulatory aids, and other devices as ordered.
Ensures all surgical patients have the required DME before their date of surgery by contacting pre-surgical patients and arranging for the measurement and dispensing of the ordered DME.
Trains patients in the application, removal, and care of the dispensed DME. Reinforcing patient education regarding body mechanics and limitations.
Maintains computerized inventory of DME at assigned location(s) and coordinates inventory ordering.
Maintains awareness of changing regulations affecting DME documentation and ensures all DME staff are kept informed of any process changes.
Develops and maintains relationships and communication with equipment representatives to ensure the practice receives the best possible pricing and equipment.
Provides support to professional staff in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
Stocks examination rooms with equipment, supplies, and other necessities. Ensuring orderliness of the examination/treatment rooms and clinical area.
Utilizes computer software programs, as needed, to communicate and understand patient needs (i.e., scheduling, EMR, inventory, etc.)
Performs other duties as assigned.