Certified Orthotic Fitter - Flexible Schedule & Growth

Hanger Inc; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

8 paid national holidays

4 floating holidays

Paid time off (PTO) including vacation

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Parental bonding leave

Flexible work schedules and part-time 

Employee referral bonus program

Mentorship programs

Student loan repayment by location

Relocation assistance

Regional traveling opportunities

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Hanger, Inc. is seeking an orthotic fitter to deliver independent patient care, adjust off-the-shelf orthoses, and support clinicians. You will work under indirect supervision of a certified orthotist and monitor patients over time to ensure device fit and efficacy.

A valid ABC certification and a driver’s license are required. The role emphasizes clinical notes, patient education, and collaboration with physicians, therapists, and administrative staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• Current certification as a Certified Fitter or Orthotics (i.e. American Board Certified (ABC))
• Must have, or be eligible to obtain, a valid driver’s license and driving record within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate patient's needs in relation to disease and functional loss.
• Perform independent patient care for devices within scope
• Evaluate orthotic device on patient, adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work.
• Instruct patient in use of orthotic devices.
• Identify and reconcile issues/problems to ensure patient satisfaction with devices provided.
• Provide detailed clinical notes to patient records.
• Provide information to administrative staff to conduct reimbursement activities.
• Provide follow-up with patients and physicians.
• Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health care professionals.
• Provide assistance to other clinical staff.
• Adhere to safety regulations; compliance with Medicare, HIPAA and OSHA requirements.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED; Associate degree preferred

Job description

Hanger, Inc. is seeking an orthotic fitter to deliver independent patient care, adjust off-the-shelf orthoses, and support clinicians. You will work under indirect supervision of a certified orthotist and monitor patients over time to ensure device fit and efficacy.

A valid ABC certification and a driver’s license are required. The role emphasizes clinical notes, patient education, and collaboration with physicians, therapists, and administrative staff.