Orthopedic Technologist

Spire Orthopedic Partners•Warwick, RI

12d

About The Position

The Orthopedic Technologist manages the office’s durable medical equipment (DME) supply and distribution process, including prescription verification, product selection and sizing, dispensing and patient education, documentation, billing, compliance, and inventory management. The role also assists with applying, modifying, and removing casts, splints, and braces under the direction and supervision of the ordering physician. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with possible evening and Saturday hours.

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, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
At least one year of orthopedic-related work experience.
Experience applying, modifying, and removing upper- and lower-extremity casts.

Nice To Haves

Discretion when working with confidential information.
Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
Pertinent job-related experience and knowledge of medical terminology.
Bilingual Spanish or Portuguese.
Successful completion of an Orthopedic Technology or Medical Assistant program.
Athletic Training or Kinesiology background.

Responsibilities

Greet patients promptly, courteously, and professionally.
Size, fit, educate patients about, and distribute DME items in accordance with physician orders.
Apply, modify, and remove upper- and lower-extremity casts.
Educate patients on proper cast and splint care and use of DME items.
Complete and communicate patient agreement forms.
Complete and communicate patient financial obligations, and collect payments.
Maintain compliant and comprehensive documentation for all DME distributed.
Manage DME inventory, including tracking, ordering, stocking, and organization.
Communicate suggestions for DME products, operational efficiency, and patient-experience improvements to the DME Coordinator.
Perform functions required for prior authorization, eligibility, and verification of DME products.
Maintain understanding and cross-trained proficiency to assist with general medical-office operations, including rooming, scheduling, checkout procedures, and collections.
Perform other duties as assigned.