What are the responsibilities and job description for the HME (Home Medical Equipment) Specialist position at Allegheny Health Network Home Medical Equipment?
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Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 A - 4:30 P
Role: HME Specialist
Location: Commute between Allegheny General Hospital (AGH) and the Pittsburgh area.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Process referrals, obtain authorization, documentation, and physician orders to support dispensing criteria, and take the necessary steps to obtain missing documentation.
- Provide clear instructions to patients and caregivers to ensure understanding of the equipment.
- Comply with all hazardous and infection control procedures and proper PPE.
- Presents a positive image of AHN HME through professional appearance and behavior.
- Verify benefits to ensure coverage and correct setup with the system and communicate to the customer.
- Educate customers on the proper use of equipment, complete training confirmation documents, and the equipment distribution, including but not limited to orthotics, compression, bent metal, and oxygen.
- Capture and maintain business services with facilities and explore potential growth and sale opportunities.
- Ensure proper fit and demonstrate knowledge of orthopedic devices through accurate measurement, fitting, and removal of appliances.
- Maintain and complete quarterly on-site inventory and collaborate with the sales team.
- Document and maintain a tracking system for all work completed to reflect efforts and weekly referral volumes.
- Weekend on-call and Holiday coverage as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to reliably commute from AGH and the Pittsburgh area?
Experience:
- Hospital: 1 year (Preferred)
- Home Medical Equipment: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18