Patient Service Representative

Zoll Medical

Poughkeepsie, NY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Auto Insurance, Cardiac Arrest, Cardiology, Defibrillator, Disease, Driver's License, Durable Medical Equipment, EMT-Paramedics, Electrocardiogram, Emergency Nursing, Firefighting, Healthcare, Hospital, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical Products, Patient Care, Patient Follow-up, Phlebotomy, Product Development, Product/Service Launch, Risk, Rural Contracts, Technical Leadership, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Poughkeepsie, NY
POSTED
1 day ago

Position Title: Patient Service Representative (PSR)Remote independent contract worker positionCompetitive fee for serviceFlexibility – work around your scheduleLifesaving medical technologyThe Cardiac Management Solutions division of ZOLL Medical Corporation develops products to protect and manage cardiac patients, including the LifeVest® wearable cardioverter defibrillator (WCD) and associated technologies.Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. At ZOLL, your services will help to ensure cardiac patients get the life‑saving therapy they need. To date, the LifeVest® has been worn by hundreds of thousands of patients and saved thousands of lives.Preferred Candidates (not limited to): RN, EMT, Paramedic, EMS, Firefighter, PA, LPN, MA, Phlebotomy, RCIS, CVT, EKG Technician, etc. All candidates reviewed on an individual basis.Summary DescriptionThe Cardiac Management Solutions division of ZOLL, manufacturer of the LifeVest®, is seeking a Patient Service Representative (PSR) in an independent contractor role to train patients on the use and care of LifeVest®.LifeVest® is worn by patients at risk for sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), providing protection during their changing condition. It is lightweight and easy to wear, allowing patients to return to their common activities of daily living, while having the peace of mind that they are protected from SCA.This is the perfect opportunity for the health professional with patient care and teaching experience to supplement his or her income. A typical LifeVest® patient is in the hospital awaiting discharge, and the Patient Service Representative sets up the equipment and trains the patient and caregivers on the use and care of the device. They also follow up with patients as needed to assure patient understanding and satisfaction. PSRs retain the flexibility to accept or decline assignments as their schedules dictate. Most assignments can be scheduled during free time – before/after work, and on days off.ResponsibilitiesContact caregivers and family to schedule servicesWillingness to accept assignments which could include daytime, evenings, and/or weekendsTravel to patient's homes and health care facilities to provide servicesTrain the patient and other caregivers of patient (if applicable) in the use of LifeVest®Program LifeVest® according to the prescribing physician's ordersMeasure the patient and determine correct garment sizeReview with patient, and have patient sign, all necessary paperwork applicable to the serviceTransmit signed copy of the Patient Agreement and WEAR Checklist to ZOLL within 24 hours of the assignmentManage device and garment inventoryDisclose family relationship with any potential referral sourceQualificationsHave 1 year patient care experiencePatient experience must be in a paid professional environment (not family caregiver)Patient experience must be documented on resumeCompletion of background checkFlorida and Ohio candidates must complete a level 2 screening, fee not paid by ZOLLDisclosure of personal NPI number (if applicable)Valid driver's license and car insurance and/or valid state IDWillingness to pay a $30 annual DME fee which is deducted from a completed Work OrderWillingness to pay for additional vendor credentialing (i.e. RepTrax) if needed geographically#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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Zoll Medical

ZOLL Medical Corporation, an Asahi Kasei Group company, develops and markets medical devices and software solutions that help advance emergency care and save lives, while increasing clinical and operational efficiencies. With products for defibrillation and monitoring, circulation and CPR feedback, data management, fluid resuscitation, and therapeutic temperature management, ZOLL provides a comprehensive set of technologies that help clinicians, EMS and fire professionals, and lay rescuers treat victims in need of resuscitation and critical care.

The Asahi Kasei Group is a diversified group of companies led by holding company Asahi Kasei Corp., with operations in the chemicals and fibers, homes and construction materials, electronics, and health care business sectors. Its health care operations include devices and systems for critical care, dialysis, therapeutic apheresis, transfusion, and manufacture of biotherapeutics, as well as pharmaceuticals, diagnostic reagents, and nutritional products. With more than 25,000 employees around the world, the Asahi Kasei Group serves customers in more than 100 countries. For more information, visit www.asahi-kasei.co.jp/asahi/en/.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1983
WEBSITE
http://www.zoll.com/