What are the responsibilities and job description for the DME Customer Support Specialist position at Fairview Health Services?
The DME Customer Support Specialist (CSS) is responsible for all aspects of durable medical equipment coordination and the delivery of excellent customer service in a fast-paced, dynamic, and multitasking environment. This position works closely with patients and a multidisciplinary care team, providing highly organized and professional support. The CSS ensures an exceptional patient experience by demonstrating effective communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills in a friendly, thoughtful, and empathetic manner. This role also performs a wide range of clerical and administrative functions to support departmental operations.
This is a full time (1.0 FTE, 80 hours per pay period, M-F 8a-4:30p) position located at our University Crossing location in St. Paul, MN.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain knowledge of all applicable DME equipment, processes, and workflows
Complete all order entry functions accurately and efficiently
Deliver excellent customer service to patients, caregivers, and team members
Produce timely and accurate orders while maintaining high attention to detail
Record and update patient charts accurately; communicate changes to all relevant staff
Proactively seek solutions to conflicts using available resources and direct communication
Enter all pertinent information and documentation into patient records using Brightree
Navigate patient medical records in EPIC
Arrange interpreter services as needed
Complete insurance verification and prior authorization processes
Support equipment and inventory transfer workflows
Answer and respond to phone calls promptly and professionally
Take and relay concise patient messages; respond as appropriate
Perform general clerical tasks, including reviewing and routing scans and faxes
Maintain databases, files, and records according to established procedures
Implement department procedures to support system and record maintenance
Report professional development activities to supervisor
Meet weekly productivity standards
Provide coverage for DME showroom locations across the metropolitan area as needed
Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and prioritization skills
Prioritize competing tasks in a fast-paced setting
Independently submit IT service requests when necessary
Maintain strong working knowledge of the Fairview system
Required Experience
Minimum of 2 years of customer service experience
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree
Experience
Experience in a medical setting, including familiarity with medical terminology
Experience using Brightree and EPIC
2 years in a direct patient care or clinical support role
Benefit Overview
Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract
Compensation Disclaimer
An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement
EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status
Salary : $21 - $30