What are the responsibilities and job description for the DME Specialist/Cast Technician position at OrthoNY?
OrthoNY is seeking a dedicated DME Specialist/Cast Tech to join our Urgent Care team. In this role, you’ll be primarily responsible for performing casting and applying durable medical equipment (DME) for patients, ensuring they receive high-quality care and support. You’ll also assist with routine clinical tasks related to patient care under the supervision of a provider.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you can grow professionally while making a direct impact on patient recovery and comfort. Apply today!
General Description
The DME Specialist will primarily be performing casting and applying durable medical equipment for patients as well as routine clinical tasks related to patient care under the supervision of a provider as needed.
Responsibilities
- Cast application, specialty casts, suture/staple removal, dressing changes; prepares injections, obtains cultures as ordered/needed;
- Durable Medical Equipment (DME): Primary clinical staff to dispense DME to patients, application of DME, custom brace measurements, DME inventory and ordering DME supplies;
- Verifying patient information; recording medical history and reporting to physician;
- Assisting provider with patient care, including in office reductions/procedures;
- Calling patients to make DME appointments once insurance authorization is obtained;
- Maintain and safeguard all patient records as indicated and required by the policies of the practice and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA);
- Engage in a teamwork mentality by readily accepting additional responsibilities needed to make the office run efficiently;
- Other responsibilities as needed.
Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from a program in athletic training that is registered by the New York State Education Department as licensure qualifying (ATC required) or graduate from an accredited school of nursing;
- Unrestricted current NYS LPN License or NYS ATC License;
- National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) Board Certification;
- One to three years’ experience preferred;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred;
- Experience casting preferred, willing to train;
- Excellent communication and customer service skills;
- Must be familiar with medical terminology
Other Information
- Reliable transportation required.
- Heavy lifting: frequent lifting of up to 100 pounds with assistance and carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
