About Lakewood
Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune’s Top Workplaces for the sixth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.
About the Team
The Home Medical Equipment (HME) team supports Lakewood patients and community members by providing access to medical equipment and supplies essential for safety, comfort, and independence in their homes.
Mission for Position
The Home Medical Equipment Coordinator ensures every patient receives exceptional customer service and high-quality home medical equipment that enhances their health and wellbeing.
Position Summary
The Home Medical Equipment Coordinator provides exceptional customer service to Lakewood Health System Medical Marketplace customers by coordinating patient intake, insurance authorizations, order processing, and follow-up communications. This role requires strong knowledge of medical equipment, including patient therapeutic footwear, and supplies to educate patients on safe and effective use. The coordinator ensures accurate documentation and insurance claims, collaborates with providers and internal teams, and supports retail store operations while maintaining professionalism, attention to detail, and a patient-centered approach.
The Therapeutic Shoe Fitting Role includes:
- Complete required office visit and foot-screening documentation for therapeutic footwear.
- Schedule and complete therapeutic shoe fittings and consultations; troubleshoot fit concerns and monitor patient progress during the shoe break-in period.
- Complete CFT certification within six months of hire and maintain certification as required.
Position Type
This is a full-time position, working 72 hours every two weeks between 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and as assigned.
QualificationsIdeal Candidate
- Experience with home medical equipment
- Experience in a healthcare setting
- Desire to work as part of a high-functioning team
- Respect for confidentiality and professional integrity
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong internal and external customer service skills
Benefits
Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!
- Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off
- 401K Match
- Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
- Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
- Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!
With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!
A new team member's starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we're proud to provide! Please be sure to include all applicable experience in your application.
If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-894-8524 or email [email protected].
Interested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience?
>>>Contact Christy Janousek to discuss the possibilities further:
Christy Janousek, Director of Retail Services
P: 218-894-8776
E: [email protected]
Disclaimer:
Job postings found on third-party websites may be outdated or no longer active. For the most accurate and up-to-date listing of career opportunities, and to apply directly, please visit our official website at www.lakewoodhealthsystem.com.
Lakewood Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Skills Required
- Experience with home medical equipment
- Experience in a healthcare setting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong internal and external customer service skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional integrity
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Complete CFT certification within six months of hire and maintain certification as required
What We Do
Lakewood Health System is an independent, rural healthcare provider in central Minnesota, comprising a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital, primary care clinics, pharmacy, eye clinic, assisted living facilities, and a state-of-the-art cancer center. Its mission is to provide quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime to the communities it serves, focusing on integrity, compassion, and innovation.
