Orthopedic Technologist

Orthopedic Technologist - Casting Arlington, VA

Pay From: $25 per hour

MUST: The Orthopedic Technologist must have experience: DME and ortho related medical experience Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, Medical terminology, Insurance Claims, and Insurance Benefits Casting Knowledge/Training Certified Ortho Technologist strongly preferred Experience fitting DME devices Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, patients, employees and the public

DUTIES:

• Provide fitting, patient education on application, use, care, and expected outcome for products as indicated by the physician instructions and manufacturer recommendations
• Educate patients on insurance plans and provisions, financial responsibility, and collection of patient portion
• Ensure all necessary documentation and authorization is obtained as it relates to payer requirements
• Track, maintain, and order inventory for one or multiple locations
• Actively promote and foster excellent relations inter-departmentally and with external case managers, payers, suppliers, physician clinical staff and surgery personnel
• Ensure compliance is maintained by documenting custom measurements, ABN's, MAE's and LMN's as needed
• Ability to work with a team of DME Coordinators and Billing Specialists
• Other duties, as assigned

Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. "Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act".