Orthotic Fitter-DME (Medical Assistant OR ATC)

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Job summary

Responsible for patient education and the measuring and fitting of various orthoses. Maintain documentation necessary to obtain pre-certification and ensure accurate claim processing.

Schedule

Schedule could vary 8

00-4:30 or 8:30-5:00, May travel between Mechanicsburg and Good Hope locations, Will provide weekend coverage at Powder Mill urgent care as needed (typically 1 shift per month)

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Performs measurement and fitting specific to certain custom fitted, prefabricated and off-the-shelf orthoses.
• Educates patients on proper donning, doffing and care of custom fitted, prefabricated and off-the-shelf orthoses.
• Performs necessary patient documentation to aid in precertification and accurate claim processing.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for care provided and tasks assigned.
• Communicates significant clinical issues, consistent with the organizational policies, procedures, guidelines, and mission, to Supervisor.
• Manages patient assignments effectively.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding patients and all aspects of care.
• Participates in educational activities, unit meetings and quality initiatives.
• Attends and actively participates in regular staff meetings.
• Provides accurate and time appropriate patient report to healthcare providers caring for or assuming care of the patient.
• Accurately completes all documentation and/or reports within the shift of occurrence and immediately communicates critical incidents to the supervisor.
• Documents in the medical record in a clear, accurate and detailed manner.
• Follows, maintains and promotes safety and infection control standards.
• Consistently adheres to all policies, procedures and all federal and state regulations.
• Demonstrates an awareness of patient safety and proper body mechanics when moving patients or equipment.
• Assumes responsibility for own personal continuing education and developmental needs.
• Aids in Clinical Staff education of off-the-shelf devices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• Successful completion of ABC/BOC fitter course or Graduate of an accredited business school or college with focus in medical assisting.

Experience/Qualifications

• ABC or BOC certification needed, within 6 months of hire
• ATC or COF preferred
• Medical Assistants, certified, accepted
• Current CPR or BLS required or the ability to obtain before working independently with patients.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, including daily interaction with patients and collaboration with physicians, management/leadership and other organizational personnel.
• Must have proficient computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook and Electronic Medical Record Experience.
• Independent judgment necessary to work in accordance with department practices and general directives received by Supervisors.
• Must have the ability to work independently and utilize time management, prioritization, and multi-tasking skills.
• Must show flexibility in altering schedule to accommodate departmental needs as necessary.

Benefits