Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Certified Orthotist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for designing, fitting, adjusting, and managing orthotic devices that enhance mobility and improve quality of life for patients across diverse age groups and medical conditions. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes through precise assessments, compassionate care, and innovative orthotic solutions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment committed to clinical excellence and continuous learning. Duties Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical examinations and evaluations of biomechanics, physiology, and anatomy to determine orthotic needs. Design, fit, and adjust custom orthotic devices tailored to individual patient requirements, ensuring optimal functionality and comfort. Provide direct patient care by educating patients on device usage, maintenance, and care instructions to promote compliance and positive outcomes. Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams such as physicians, physiotherapists, and prosthetists to develop integrated treatment plans. Maintain detailed documentation of patient evaluations, treatment plans, device modifications, and progress notes in accordance with clinical confidentiality policies. Ensure adherence to aseptic techniques during device fabrication and fitting procedures to uphold safety standards. Stay current with continuing medical education (CME) training and industry advancements to continually enhance your clinical skills and knowledge base. Skills Strong understanding of pediatrics, biomechanics, physiology, and anatomy relevant to orthotic care. Proficiency in orthotic and prosthetic fitting, adjustment techniques, and device fabrication processes. Excellent patient service skills with the ability to communicate effectively about complex medical terminology in a clear manner. Knowledge of physical assessments, medical terminology, orthopedic devices, and clinical confidentiality policies. Experience with physical examinations and patient assessment protocols to determine appropriate orthotic interventions. Familiarity with aseptic techniques during device fabrication and fitting procedures to ensure patient safety. Commitment to ongoing professional development through continuing education (CME) training in orthotics or related fields. Ability to collaborate within a clinical interprofessional team while maintaining high standards of patient care. Join us as a Certified Orthotist where your expertise will transform lives through innovative orthotic solutions! We value your dedication to excellence in patient care and support your growth through ongoing education opportunities in a vibrant healthcare environment.

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person