DME Coordinator / Orthopedic Technician - Northwest Austin

OrthoLoneStar; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a DME Coordinator/Orthopedic Technician to join their team in Northwest Austin. This role is crucial in providing exceptional patient care, assisting physicians with daily activities, managing clinic inventory, and ensuring compliance with health standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and a solid understanding of medical regulations, making a significant impact in a dynamic clinic environment. If you are passionate about orthopedic care and ready to take on diverse responsibilities, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as an Ortho Tech preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and supply ordering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care, including casting and bracing.
• Manage clinic inventory and ensure OSHA compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

EMR Knowledge

Problem-Solving Skills

Confidentiality

Knowledge of Medical Care Principles

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MA or Ortho Tech Certification

Tools

EMR Systems

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Base pay range

$17.00/hr - $24.50/hr

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for assisting physicians with patient care, including casting, bracing, and performing other duties as assigned. Manage clinic inventory by ordering supplies and overseeing medications/medication samples. Maintain OSHA compliance. Back up staffing for the clinic. Document all actions performed with patient care in the EMR system in a timely manner.

Essential Functions

1. Assist physicians with daily patient care activities including MA and Ortho Tech responsibilities.
2. Responsible for ensuring clinic cleanliness and orderly inventory and storage of all DME and clinical supplies, assist with maintaining proper reorder levels.
3. Assist Office Manager in the training and performance improvement of clinical staff. Serve as a mentor for clinic staff, and a resource to midlevel and physician providers with respect to EMR system, clinic policies, and procedures.
4. Be available to answer medical questions for clinic and administrative staff. Voice concerns with respect to protocols, workflow, or staffing with Office Manager.
5. Work with physician staff to ensure quality patient care and services are provided. Ensure compliance with clinic standards of quality patient care and all clinical protocols.
6. Manage assigned location inventory.
7. Serve as a super user for the Inventory program.
8. Capture insurance benefits and authorization requirements for DME.
9. Maintain quality standards for DME according to Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal or state regulations.
10. Back up and perform essential functions of MA and Ortho Tech, should there be a vacancy or shortage.
11. Manage Tech-only appointments for the assigned location.
12. Manage medication and medication samples.
13. Maintain OSHA compliance through routine autoclave cleaning, testing, AED/Emergency equipment checks, and stocking Sick/PPE boxes.
14. Maintain strict confidentiality.
15. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED.
• MA or Ortho Tech Certification preferred.

Experience

• Preferred 1 year experience as an Ortho Tech with Texas Orthopedics and/or Ortho Tech Certification.
• Preferred experience in supply ordering and OSHA knowledge.
• Preferred 3 years of casting, splinting, and applying DME.
• Mastery of clinic skills and DME/casting/splinting checklists is required.

Licensure

• Orthopedic Technician Certification preferred.

Special Skills

• Outstanding interpersonal skills; capable of communicating effectively with physicians, staff, and outside consultants.
• Knowledge of computer systems and applications, including EMR.
• Knowledge of governmental regulations and compliance requirements.
• Initiative, judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of medical and surgical care.

Physical Demands

• Exposure to bodily fluids.
• Sitting, bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Frequent walking and standing for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Assisting patients up to 300 pounds and positioning them appropriately.
• Full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination.
• Visual acuity for reading and procedures.
• Adequate hearing and speaking abilities.
• Ability to operate office equipment.
• Normal hearing and eyesight for documentation and communication.

Environmental Working Conditions

• Clinic setting.
• Potential travel between locations.
• Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, radiation, and bodily fluids.