Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Department of Orthopedics is seeking a dynamic full-time Prosthetics Program Coordinator within the Durable Medical Equipment (DME) program. The Prosthetics Program Coordinator will provide comprehensive administrative support for the CU Medicine Center for Prosthetics. The Prosthetics Program Coordinator must be a self-starting leader with a passion for healthcare, customer service and efficiency.

This position is responsible for autonomously overseeing daily operations of DME clinic affairs, using discretion and accountability to manage clinical workflow.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations - 75%

• Oversee day-to-day operations of CU Medicine Center for Prosthetics and serve as primary point of contact

• Utilizing an EMR to schedule and coordinate appointments, fittings, and follow-up based on referrals

• Collaborates with the DME Insurance Supervisor to ensure timely scheduling based on approvals

• Provide quality customer service through patient check-in, registration, and scheduling processes

• Analyze patient quality metric data to assist DME Program Manager in process improvement initiatives at clinic site; focused on ensuring a high-level of patient care, customer service, and clinic efficiency.

• Use discretion and analytic skills to accurately triage communication messages to appropriate parties

• Performs clerical duties and tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflows

Inventory Management - 25%

• Assists the DME Program Manager and Prosthetist in management of PAR levels of inventory

• Monitor and ensure site compliance with storing DME

• Utilize inventory management software to accurately track shipments and deliveries

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The Department of Orthopedics' mission is to provide the highest quality patient care and advance the field of orthopedics through innovation in research and education. We place a high level of importance on achieving and maintaining a diverse environment that fosters excellence and rewarding opportunities. The Research Division in the Department of Orthopedics is comprised of a core group of orthopedic faculty pursuing cutting-edge basic, translational and clinical study of the musculoskeletal system. Our research encompasses a broad array of focus areas: genetics of osteoporosis & scoliosis, bone biology, arthritis & joint biology, skeletal healing from the spine to limbs, stem cell biology & tissue engineering, growth plate injury & repair, brain injury-skeleton connections, and orthopedic pain management. We partner with an array of musculoskeletal investigators in various clinical and basic science departments across the 4 campuses of the CU system. Working in our group, you will benefit from a highly collaborative environment with numerous opportunities for career development.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• 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

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in biological science, nutrition, nursing, health, human services, psychology, counseling, social work, healthcare administration, public administration, communications, information systems, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

• 1 year of professional experience in healthcare, healthcare administration, or related experience.

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration

• Prior experience with DME, prosthetics, and osseointegration

• Experience working with medical terminology

• Experience providing administrative and technical assistance to faculty and staff within a higher education and/or medical education environment.

• Experience with EPIC EMR

• Experience in data extraction and analysis related to healthcare quality metrics

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively, 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 commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion.

• Ability to consistently represent the University and Department in a professional manner with tact and diplomacy.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite, technically adept, software savvy.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing fast-paced environments.

• Ability to take direction and use independent judgment to complete assigned tasks.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to work with a diverse group and competing interests.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Skills to concisely and effectively explain processes and procedures.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.

• Knowledge of various CU Medicine, UCH and University policies, rules and regulations.

• Ability to balance program, administrative and organizational responsibilities; manage multiple tasks simultaneously and demonstrate attention to detail

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Lyndsay Laxton, LYNDSAY.LAXTON@UCDENVER.EDU

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $61,546-$78,287

If you have prior state-classified service in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024. For more information about the Step Pay Program, please visit the 2024 Step Pay Program for State of Colorado Employees | DHR

The above 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: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

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.

Background Check Statement:

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.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. 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.

The University of Colorado seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty, and staff of diverse backgrounds.