Orthopedic Technologist

Spire Orthopedic Partners • Providence, RI

6d

About The Position

The Orthopedic Technologist is knowledgeable about all aspects of the DME supply and distribution process within the office. This includes prescription verification, product selection, sizing, dispensing/education, documentation, billing, and compliance as well as inventory management. The Orthopedic Tech also assists with duties such as applying and removing casts, splints, and braces, under the direction and supervision of the ordering physician.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Any combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• At least one year of orthopedic related work.
• Experience in applying, modifying, and removing upper and lower extremity casts.

Nice To Haves

• Discretion to work with confidential information.
• Knowledge of HIPAA Regulations
• Pertinent job-related experience and Medical Terminology
• Bilingual Spanish or Portuguese a plus
• Successful completion of an Orthopedic Technology or a Medical Assistant program a plus
• Athletic Training or Kinesiology background a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in a prompt, courteous and professional manner.
• Perform the sizing, fitting, patient education, and distribution of DME items in accordance with physician orders.
• Apply, modify, and remove upper and lower extremity casts.
• Educates the patient on the proper care of casts/splints and proper usage of the DME items.
• Responsible for the completion and communication of patient agreement forms
• Responsible for the completion, communication, and collection of patient financial obligation
• Maintain compliant and comprehensive documentation for all DME distributed.
• Responsible for DME inventory management including tracking, ordering, stocking, and organization.
• Communicate suggestions for DME product, operational efficiency, and patient experience improvements to the DME Coordinator
• Performs functions required for prior authorization, eligibility, and verification of DME products.
• Maintain an understanding and cross trained proficiency to assist the general operations of the medical office including rooming, scheduling, check out procedures and collections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Dynamic environment
• Access to a diverse network of practitioners
• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience
• Competitive Compensation
• Generous PTO
• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees