Certified Orthotics Fitter — Hands-on Patient Care

Hanger, Inc.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation packages

8 paid national holidays & 4 floating

PTO with vacation and sick time

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Hanger, Inc. seeks an Orthotic fitter to provide independent patient care through fitting and adjustment of off-the-shelf orthoses. You will monitor patients over time, ensure proper device fit, and maintain accurate records.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ABC certification, and a valid driver’s license. Training will support high-quality patient care and collaboration with physicians and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• Current certification as a Certified Fitter or Orthotics (ABC) and valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to work under indirect supervision of a certified orthotist.

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.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Hanger, Inc. seeks an Orthotic fitter to provide independent patient care through fitting and adjustment of off-the-shelf orthoses. You will monitor patients over time, ensure proper device fit, and maintain accurate records.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ABC certification, and a valid driver’s license. Training will support high-quality patient care and collaboration with physicians and staff.