DME Tech / Athletic Trainer

Durable Medical Equipment Technician

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Position Summary

The Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Technician supports the daily operations of the DME program and collaborates with Medical Assistants in delivering patient care. While the DME Technician has a primary work location, travel to other clinic sites may be required as needed.

$5,000 sign-on bonus!

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The key duties and responsibilities of the DME Technician include, but are not limited to:

• Brace fitting and application
• Inventory and product management, including monthly inventory counts
• Clinical coordination
• Prior authorization processing
• Daily DME reporting support
• Casting and splinting assistance
• Insurance and billing coordination
• Documentation and regulatory compliance
• Patient communication and customer service
• Contributing to the development and growth of the expanding DME program
• Adhering to OSHA safety standards and HIPAA regulations
• Maintaining compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Assisting Medical Assistants with tasks including patient rooming, direct patient care, phone calls, faxing, and equipment maintenance, as applicable
• Assisting with medical supply ordering as needed
• Performing other duties as assigned

Education/Experience

• Current Medical Assistant registration or certification in Washington State required (may be obtained upon hire)
• NATA-BOC Certified with a current WA State License strongly preferred
• 1-3 years of experience using DME in a clinical setting strongly preferred; recent ATC graduates welcome
• Valid driver's license

Desired Qualities

• Attention to detail
• Professional patient-facing demeanor
• Persistence and follow-through
• Strong communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Integrity and a compliance-oriented mindset
• Problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently
• Self-starter mentality
• Sound judgment and discernment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Maintains strict confidentiality in all aspects of work
• Demonstrates strong computer proficiency
• Communicates effectively and clearly in written, verbal, and non-verbal forms
• Conducts professional and effective phone communications
• Responds to inquiries and requests from patients, physicians, and colleagues in a timely manner
• Educates patients, family members, and coworkers clearly and effectively
• Adapts well to changes in work volume and shifting priorities
• Remains calm and effective in emergency or unforeseen situations
• Manages multiple tasks simultaneously
• Prepares and maintains accurate records, writes reports, and responds to correspondence
• Reads, interprets, and evaluates written and verbal information for accuracy and completeness
• Applies knowledge of medical safety practices and evaluates existing safety standards
• Follows all organizational policies and procedures
• Treats all individuals with respect and professionalism

The Following Competencies Will Be Developed Through Structured On-the-Job Training

• Accurately measuring functional braces, both custom and off-the-shelf (OTS)
• Presenting bracing options to physicians and guiding patients through the selection and fitting process
• Correctly fitting off-the-shelf bracing products
• Maintaining current knowledge of bracing and DME products, technologies, and best practices
• Applying and modifying braces and DME products to meet individual patient needs

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This role regularly requires:

• Prolonged periods of standing
• Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Squatting and kneeling
• Assembling DME items
• Sitting at a computer workstation

The work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.