DME Coordinator

It's the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?

Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked 5th in Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report. Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.

Ready to join in? We are looking for a DME Coordinator to be based at our Oak Brook, IL facility. This role will be the go-to person for all durable medical equipment (DME) fitting and provide instructions of prescribed orthopedic braces to patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Measure and fit off-the-shelf orthopaedic bracing and other orthopaedic devices.
• Instruct patients regarding use of orthopaedic bracing products and other orthopaedic devices.
• Work and travel to surgery centers to provide post- operative DME.
• Ordering of products and maintaining inventory of DME Store.
• Check patient benefits and perform pre-certification for certain orthpaedic product.
• Recommend orthpaedic bracing and products to patients on a walk-in basis
• Communicate patient questions or concerns regarding orthopaedic products with physician and staff.
• Communicate with product representatives and vendors regarding product complications or issues.
• Maintains licensure and certification requirements to comply with the State of Illinois, BOC, and NATA Code of Ethics.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Perform duties of co-workers and subordinates as workload dictates.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in Athletic Trainer or other health-related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an orthopedic or medical setting.

Certificates, Licenses, Registration

• Certified Athletic Trainer.
• Orthotic Fitter Certification preferred, but not required.

Our employees make the difference in our patients' lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we're all about. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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