DME Coordinator

University of Washington Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle seeks a DME Coordinator for Rehabilitation Therapies to manage durable medical equipment coordination, ordering, delivery, and safety checks. You will collaborate with therapists, providers and the health care team to ensure timely patient equipment needs.

The role focuses on documentation, insurance authorizations, and equipment tracking while maintaining organized inventory and supporting discharge planning.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in the program specialty.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and/or experience in a Rehab field
• At least 2 years of experience within a health field, preferably having worked in a Rehabilitation environment and/or with durable medical equipment

Responsibilities

• Facilitate ordering of equipment and/or adaptive equipment, oxygen, and supplies, as identified by therapists and providers, prior to patient discharge form UWMC. Facilitate ordering of equipment for Rehabilitation Department.
• Coordinate the necessary documentation for patient and department equipment including, but not limited to; physician prescription, justification letter, progress notes, purchase orders.
• Coordinate necessary insurance authorization for patient equipment.
• Coordinate delivery of equipment with the equipment supplier and the delivery site.
• Track equipment/adaptive devices ordered for patients through the authorization process.
• Receive and organize equipment according to therapy department and UWMC procedure.
• Coordinate safety and maintenance of Rehabilitation Department equipment
• Provide general clerical assistance with telephoning, faxing, copying and coordinating paperwork for equipment procurement and receipt.
• Maintain communication with the UWMC health care team on patient status/needs via the medical record and daily consultation.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

The UW Medical Center-Montlake – Rehab Therapies has an outstanding opportunity for a DME Coordinator.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full-Time / 40 Hours Per Week

• Tuesday-Saturday 8:30-5:00 pm in the office

• Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• In accordance with the policies of the University of Washington Medical Center’s Rehabilitation Therapy Department, the DME Coordinator plays a vital role within the team. This individual collaborates with therapists, providers, nursing staff, and social workers to procure and coordinate the appropriate equipment and adaptive devices for patients

• The DME Coordinator is responsible for the management of coordination of durable medical equipment (DME)

• This includes coordinating the ordering of equipment, supervising its receipt, ensuring routine safety and maintenance checks, and managing equipment storage

• Additionally, this position may involve oversight of equipment technicians

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate ordering of equipment and/or adaptive equipment, oxygen, and supplies, as identified by therapists and providers, prior to patient discharge form UWMC. Facilitate ordering of equipment for Rehabilitation Department.

• Coordinate the necessary documentation for patient and department equipment including, but not limited to; physician prescription, justification letter, progress notes, purchase orders.

• Coordinate necessary insurance authorization for patient equipment.

• Coordinate delivery of equipment with the equipment supplier and the delivery site.

• Track equipment/adaptive devices ordered for patients through the authorization process.

• Receive and organize equipment according to therapy department and UWMC procedure.

• Coordinate safety and maintenance of Rehabilitation Department equipment

• Provide general clerical assistance with telephoning, faxing, copying and coordinating paperwork for equipment procurement and receipt.

• Maintain communication with the UWMC health care team on patient status/needs via the medical record and daily consultation.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in the program specialty

• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration

DESIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and/or experience in a Rehab field

• At least 2 years of experience within a health field, preferably having worked in a Rehabilitation environment and/or with durable medical equipment

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE

UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.

Excellence. Exploration. Education.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the publicby advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$22.72 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$30.36 hourly

Other Compensation:

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.