DME Fitter

About the role

The DME Fitter assists orthopedic physicians by fitting and applying durable medical equipment, casts, and splints for pre- and post-operative patients. They are also responsible for managing inventory, coordinating with vendors, and instructing patients on the proper use of mobility aids.

Responsibilities

• Assists the physician with the application of all types of DME; instructs patients on proper application, care, and removal of DME.
• Assists the physician with the application of all types of casts and splints; instruct patients on proper care and use of casts and splints.
• Manages Proof of Delivery (POD) forms to ensure accuracy of charges along with compliance documentation and meaningful use requirements are being met with each DME dispense.
• Familiar with and fits or adjusts custom bracing.
• Coordinates with vendors regarding manufacturer defects and returns.
• Communicates with DME Manager on new product evaluations and DME requests from providers.
• Teaches patients the proper methods for crutch, cane and walker ambulation.
• Instructs patients and assists them in the performance of specific exercises as directed by the orthopedic surgeon.
• Maintains daily inventory of orthopedic supplies and reorders as necessary using inventory software.
• Ensures the timely and accurate procurement of supplies, services and equipment.
• Aids nursing staff when available (histories, scheduling procedures, stocking rooms etc.)
• Covers as backup to purchasing staff (i.e. when purchasing is absent) with receiving, inspecting and verifying incoming supplies and equipment with corresponding purchase orders.
• Prices and stocks incoming supplies on shelf.
• Schedules deliveries.
• Responsible to adequately use the time clock and notify supervisor if additional information is needed for pay sheet.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year of medical office experience, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of all types of orthopedic surgery DME, including all types of current forms of DME bracing and orthosis.
• Proficient knowledge of musculoskeletal system, anatomy and physiology as related to fractures, fracture care and various anomalies.
• Understands orthopedic disease processes and their effect on the musculoskeletal system.
• Core competencies in job knowledge, customer service, teamwork, communication, and confidentiality.
• Able to travel between all OCR locations.

Skills

• DME Fitting
• Cast Application
• Splint Application
• Patient Instruction
• Custom Bracing
• Inventory Management
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Musculoskeletal Knowledge
• Customer Service
• Patient Ambulation Training
• Medical Documentation
• Orthopedic Care

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Retail Savings and Profit Sharing Plan Participation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Continuing Medical Education (depending on position)
• Paid Time Off

Pay

$28.00/hour

Schedule

Full Time