Durable Medical Equipment Coordinator
Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: Orthopedics
Job Title: Durable Medical Equipment Coordinator
Position #: 00817462 - Requisition #: 37119
Job Summary:
Key Responsibilities:
Gather necessary paperwork to facilitate billing while following necessary compliance and regulatory processes
Education of MA's and ATC's in the proper policies and procedures
Education of MA's and ATC's in the proper measuring and fitting of braces
Responsible for proper on-site patient fitting and patient education of all durable medical equipment at the Inverness location
Assist staff and physicians in problem solving in regards to @type of brace and fitting that best suits the patient and their situation
Assist patient with direction to resolve billing problems
Coordinates with prior authorization specialist to inform patient's about DME benefits
Work Location:
Onsite
Why Join Us:
Why work for the University?
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree in biological science, nutrition, nursing, health, human services, psychology, counseling, social work, or a directly related field from an accredited institution
1 year of professional level experience in healthcare administration and insurance pre-authorization.
Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
One to three years of experience in a fast-paced outpatient clinic setting
Experience with medical service coding
Experience with medical terminology
One to three years of experience in prior authorizations particularly in DME or rehabilitation preferred
Competencies:
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both in writing and orally.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
Outstanding customer service skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in electronic medical record utilization
Self-motivated and ability to work effectively in an independent environment
Provide quality customer service by being available for scheduled shifts. Includes arriving promptly and completing shifts as needed to meet demands of daily call levels
Detail oriented
Strong organizational and task prioritization skills
Patient advocacy focus
Empathy
How to Apply:
Screening of Applications Begins:
July 7, 2025.
Anticipated Pay Range:
$61,546 - $78,286
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
ADA Statement:
Background Check Statement:
Vaccination Statement:
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Durable Medical Equipment Coordinator - 37119 University Staff
This position is responsible for providing accurate and complete data for Durable Medical Equipment (DME) precertification and preauthorization requests, and to provide excellent customer service.
this role is expected to work onsite and is located at the Steadman Hawkins Inverness UCHealth clinic.
CU Medicine Orthopedics has an expert team of Orthopedic providers that consists of fellowship-trained surgeons and specialists who provide the highest quality, comprehensive care for your orthopedic needs. Using cutting-edge technology and minimally invasive techniques, we offer access to the most advanced procedures to get you back to your life as quickly as possible. From foot and ankle issues to total replacements along with spine and sports medicine injuries, we provide full-service orthopedic care. We also have providers who specialize in pediatric orthopedics to treat younger patients with customized care.We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including: There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6311759&targetURL=https://advantage.cu.edu/) .
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):1. Curriculum vitae / Resume2. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addressQuestions should be directed to: Lyndsay Laxton, LYNDSAY.LAXTON@UCDENVER.EDU (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6311759&targetURL=LYNDSAY.LAXTON@UCDENVER.EDU)
Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.Total Compensation Calculator (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6311759&targetURL=http://www.cu.edu/node/153125)
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6311759&targetURL=hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu)
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases (https://apptrkr.com/get\redirect.php?id=6311759&targetURL=https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/downloads/adult/adult-combined-schedule.pdf) . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program (https://apptrkr.com/get\redirect.php?id=6311759&targetURL=https://research.cuanschutz.edu/ehs/home/divisions/occupational-health/oh-enrollment) . Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References : Health Care : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20259 - SOM-ORTHO GENERAL OPERATIONS : Full-time : Jun 18, 2025 : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Lyndsay Laxton Posting Contact Email: LYNDSAY.LAXTON@UCDENVER.EDU (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6311759&targetURL=LYNDSAY.LAXTON@UCDENVER.EDU) Position Number: 00817462jeid-b5a2c4f78e456e4fa266632cacd69ef4
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