Home Medical Equipment Driver

Intermountain Health • Salt Lake City, UT

12d • $19 - $26

About The Position

The Home Medical Equipment Coordinator is responsible for the intake, coordination, and timely implementation of Home Medical Equipment (HME) and supply orders. Acting as a key liaison among referral sources, providers, patients, and internal service lines, this role ensures accurate documentation, verifies medical necessity, and maintains clear communication throughout the order process. The coordinator manages patient orders from start to finish, including reviewing referrals, coordinating deliveries, and providing essential patient education. They also facilitate one-on-one equipment set-ups or fittings, ensuring patients and caregivers are properly instructed on the use, care, and safety of the equipment provided. If in a Field / Delivery role the coordinator is responsible for making timely deliveries of Home Medical Equipment (HME) products and supplies to customers. Essential Functions Delivers exceptional customer service by promptly and courteously responding to phone calls, emails, chats, and in-person inquiries; accurately triages and routes communications to appropriate departments or staff. Coordinates patient intake and order processing by gathering referral information, entering data into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and verifying insurance benefits or self-pay status at the time of intake. Manages the delivery and fulfillment of medical equipment and supplies, selecting appropriate delivery methods to meet patient and company needs, and ensuring timely coordination with delivery staff or services. Supports patient discharges and transitions of care by working closely with hospital liaisons and case managers to ensure timely and appropriate equipment setup for home use. Provides one-on-one patient support, including equipment education, fittings, and verifying that equipment selections align with physician orders and patient-specific needs. Processes Point of Sale (POS) transactions by entering orders, receiving payments, and coordinating delivery or patient pick-up in both clinical and retail settings. Collaborates across departments to ensure seamless service delivery, maintains effective internal and external relationships, and contributes to daily workflow organization and prioritization. Demonstrates strong problem-solving and compliance knowledge, addressing concerns promptly while maintaining a working understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party billing requirements, as well as privacy and confidentiality regulations.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in a customer service role, with a focus on professionalism, empathy, and responsiveness.
• Proven ability to work independently with strong self-motivation, accountability, and sound judgment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and dependability in managing tasks and documentation.
• Effective organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Proficiency in using basic computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, email, and scheduling tools.
• Ability to understand and speak English clearly, follow verbal and written instructions, and communicate effectively with patients and team members.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Field/Delivery Positions: Current driver’s license insured and reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record. (will be verified)

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with home or durable medical equipment
• Experience Coordinating office operations and administrative tasks
• Experience providing direct or supportive patient care

Responsibilities

• Delivers exceptional customer service by promptly and courteously responding to phone calls, emails, chats, and in-person inquiries; accurately triages and routes communications to appropriate departments or staff.
• Coordinates patient intake and order processing by gathering referral information, entering data into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and verifying insurance benefits or self-pay status at the time of intake.
• Manages the delivery and fulfillment of medical equipment and supplies, selecting appropriate delivery methods to meet patient and company needs, and ensuring timely coordination with delivery staff or services.
• Supports patient discharges and transitions of care by working closely with hospital liaisons and case managers to ensure timely and appropriate equipment setup for home use.
• Provides one-on-one patient support, including equipment education, fittings, and verifying that equipment selections align with physician orders and patient-specific needs.
• Processes Point of Sale (POS) transactions by entering orders, receiving payments, and coordinating delivery or patient pick-up in both clinical and retail settings.
• Collaborates across departments to ensure seamless service delivery, maintains effective internal and external relationships, and contributes to daily workflow organization and prioritization.
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving and compliance knowledge, addressing concerns promptly while maintaining a working understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party billing requirements, as well as privacy and confidentiality regulations.

Benefits

• We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
• Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed