Home Medical Equipment Representative

Intermountain Health

3d • $20 - $28

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 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 EMR, verifying insurance or self-pay status, and supporting discharges in collaboration with hospital liaisons and case managers. Manages the delivery and fulfillment of medical equipment and supplies by selecting appropriate delivery methods, coordinating with staff, and ensuring timely setup in both clinical and home settings. Provides one-on-one patient support, including equipment education, fittings, and ensuring selections align with physician orders; processes POS transactions, receives payments, and coordinates delivery or pickup. Collaborates across departments to ensure seamless service delivery, maintains strong internal and external relationships, and demonstrates problem-solving and compliance knowledge, including Medicare/Medicaid billing and privacy regulations. Audits casework and reports to identify trends, correct data, and support continuous improvement; assists with special projects and cross-functional initiatives. Maintains productivity standards, obtains insurance eligibility using phone and online tools, and translates diagnoses into ICD-9/ICD-10 codes while ensuring compliance with billing and privacy regulations. Delivers exceptional customer service by promptly 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 EMR, verifying insurance or self-pay status, and supporting discharges in collaboration with hospital liaisons and case managers. Manages the delivery and fulfillment of medical equipment and supplies by selecting appropriate delivery methods, coordinating with staff, and ensuring timely setup in both clinical and home settings. Provides one-on-one patient support, including equipment education, fittings, and ensuring selections align with physician orders; processes POS transactions, receives payments, and coordinates delivery or pickup. Collaborates across departments to ensure seamless service delivery, maintains strong internal and external relationships, and demonstrates problem-solving and compliance knowledge, including Medicare/Medicaid billing and privacy regulations.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in customer service and patient care, with a focus on professionalism, empathy, and responsiveness.
• Proven ability to work independently with strong self-motivation, accountability, sound judgment, and adaptability in team-oriented environments.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and dependability in managing documentation and multiple responsibilities, supported by effective organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in basic computer applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, internet, email, and scheduling tools.
• Experience working with home or durable medical equipment
• Demonstrated proficiency in auditing casework
• Proficient Experience independently reviewing reports to identify trends and correct data
• Demonstrated proficiency translating diagnoses into ICD-9/ICD-10 codes
• Field/Delivery Positions: Current driver’s license insured and reliable transportation, and an acceptable driving record. (will be verified)

Nice To Haves

• Experience Coordinating office operations and administrative tasks
• Continuous improvement experience
• Proven ability to take initiative and lead or coordinate group efforts
• Project Management experience

Responsibilities

• Delivers exceptional customer service by promptly 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 EMR, verifying insurance or self-pay status, and supporting discharges in collaboration with hospital liaisons and case managers.
• Manages the delivery and fulfillment of medical equipment and supplies by selecting appropriate delivery methods, coordinating with staff, and ensuring timely setup in both clinical and home settings.
• Provides one-on-one patient support, including equipment education, fittings, and ensuring selections align with physician orders; processes POS transactions, receives payments, and coordinates delivery or pickup.
• Collaborates across departments to ensure seamless service delivery, maintains strong internal and external relationships, and demonstrates problem-solving and compliance knowledge, including Medicare/Medicaid billing and privacy regulations.
• Audits casework and reports to identify trends, correct data, and support continuous improvement; assists with special projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Maintains productivity standards, obtains insurance eligibility using phone and online tools, and translates diagnoses into ICD-9/ICD-10 codes while ensuring compliance with billing and privacy 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. Learn more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees