Advanced Orthotist-Prosthetist — Remote Telework Eligible

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Jefferson Barracks (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in St. Louis National Cemetery area seeks an Orthotist-Prosthetist (Advanced Practitioner) to deliver highly specialized prosthetic and orthotic care to disabled veterans.

The role requires board certification and a strong clinical leadership presence within the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service. The incumbent will lead treatment plan development for complex conditions, collaborate with physicians and therapists, and oversee device fabrication, fitting,

Qualifications

• Board-certified orthotist-prosthetist or eligible per VA.
• Regulatory and accreditation requirements knowledge.
• Experience as part of a clinical team on complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide the most complex clinical and laboratory prosthetic and orthotic services.
• Advise physicians and therapists on indications/contraindications for devices.
• Authorize purchase, fabrication or repair of prosthetic devices.
• Maintain liaison with manufacturers and conduct QA activities.
• Conduct gait analysis and functional assessments; fit and adjust devices.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Training others

Supervising employees

Education

Bachelor's degree in Orthotics & Prosthetics (CAAHEP)

Board certification (ABC/BOC)

Tools

CAD/CAM system

NPPD knowledge

PNS software

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in St. Louis National Cemetery area seeks an Orthotist-Prosthetist (Advanced Practitioner) to deliver highly specialized prosthetic and orthotic care to disabled veterans.

The role requires board certification and a strong clinical leadership presence within the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service. The incumbent will lead treatment plan development for complex conditions, collaborate with physicians and therapists, and oversee device fabrication, fitting,