What are the responsibilities and job description for the DME Tech position at The Vancouver Clinic?
We are looking for a Sleep Tech or Respiratory Tech for a day shift position providing DME services for our Sleep Center patients.
Schedule is four, 10-hour shifts 7:00a-5:30p
Hiring range is between $29.85-$37.40 and placement in the range depends on an evaluation of experience.
As a Durable Medical Equipment Technician (DME tech) you will:
- Utilize protocols developed by Sleep Medical Directors and RPSGTs, provide therapeutic interventions for observed sleep dysfunction, measure and evaluate the results of interventions and make necessary adjustments resulting in a prescription for durable medical equipment.
- Provide home sleep study set-up instructions.
- Configure positive airway pressure (PAP) devices, perform mask fittings, and educate patients regarding PAP therapy and use of equipment and supplies.
- Answer and return phone calls from established patients, provide continuing support and troubleshooting to maximize patient adherence to therapy.
- Provide appropriate patient instructions for sleep related needs including but not limited to; correct use of PAP therapy, mask fittings, follow up instructions, scheduling procedures and compliance requirements.
- Record and report all unusual occurrences to providers and supervisor.
- Maintain patient records and confidentiality per standard procedure.
- Accurately charge autofill and rental billing.
Requirements:
- PSG Tech, or RPSGT, or Respiratory Tech required.
- Minimum of one year of experience with sleep-related durable medical equipment.
- Current Health Care Provider BLS certification.
- Experience with electronic health record.
- If Respiratory Tech – active WA state license required.
- If PSG Tech - BRPT registered or will be required to obtain within six months of hire.
Pay Range:
$29.28 - $43.92
The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work required in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of those assigned to this job.
We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on factors such as position type and FTE. Benefit-eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month following one month of employment. Vancouver Clinic offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, health savings account, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and multiple supplemental benefits (voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, legal services, etc.). We also offer a 401k retirement plan, with employer contributions after your first year of employment. Benefits-eligible employees accrue PTO and Personal Time based on hours worked and State worked, totaling 120 hours in the first year for full time staff and 200 hours in the first year for full time supervisors and above, increasing in subsequent years. PTO and Personal Time accruals are pro-rated by FTE/hours worked. Non-benefits eligible employees will accrue Personal Time based on hours worked and State worked. Employees will also enjoy up to six paid holidays per year, depending on schedule. Contact your recruiter for more information.
Vancouver Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vancouver Clinic does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
Vancouver Clinic is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on successful completion of background screen and immunization requirements.
Salary : $29 - $44
