Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (Phoenix, AZ)

OP Specialty Bracing; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long & Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance and AD&D

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Job summary

OP Specialty Bracing is seeking a Certified Prosthetist Orthotist to join our pediatric-focused team in Phoenix. The role involves patient assessment, fitting devices, and collaboration with physicians to craft orthotic solutions.

The successful candidate will have a MSPO and NCOPE residency, with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for children. We offer comprehensive benefits, competitive pay, and a supportive work environment dedicated to innovative pediatric care and family-centered

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a relevant field.
• Minimum of two years related experience or training.
• Master's of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics (MSPO) required.
• Completion of an NCOPE certified residency program.

Responsibilities

• Examine, interview, and measure patients to determine appliance needs.
• Fit, test, and evaluate devices; adjust for proper fit and comfort.
• Instruct patients in use and care of orthoses/prostheses.
• Design orthopedic devices from physicians' prescriptions and measurements.
• Maintain patient records.
• Create plaster casts for device construction.
• Select materials and components based on design.
• Confer with physicians to formulate specs and prescriptions.
• Repair, rebuild, and modify orthopedic appliances.

Education

Bachelor's degree

2+ years experience

MSPO

NCOPE residency

Job description

OP Specialty Bracing is growing, and we believe our team is the key to our success. We are hiring a Certified Prosthetist Orthotist to join our team. If you are a motivated, caring individual who wants to make a difference in the lives of children, we encourage you to apply today!

Responsibilities

• Examine, interview, and measure patients to determine their appliance needs; identify factors affecting appliance fit.
• Fit, test, and evaluate devices on patients; make adjustments for proper fit, function, and comfort.
• Instruct patients in the use and care of orthoses/prostheses.
• Design orthopedic devices, based on physicians\' prescriptions and examination/measurement of patients.
• Maintain patients\' records.
• Make and modify plaster casts of areas that will be fitted with orthoses, for use in the device construction process.
• Select materials and components to be used based on device design.
• Confer with physicians to formulate specifications and prescriptions for orthopedic devices.
• Repair, rebuild, and modify orthopedic appliances.
• Construct and fabricate appliances or direct others constructing the appliances.
• Performs all other duties as required.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor\'s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university
• Two plus years related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience
• Master\'s of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics (MSPO)
• Completion of NCOPE certified residency program

Benefits Offered For Eligible Employees

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

OPSB is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

At OP Specialty Bracing, kids are at the heart of everything we do. Our cause is simple: to improve the lives of children with orthopedic conditions and support their families every step of the way. From fractures and clubfoot to cerebral palsy, scoliosis, plagiocephaly, limb loss, and more, our certified clinical team treats the whole child in partnership with their care team. Helping kids is what we do; changing their lives is how we make a difference.

OPSB offers specialized pediatric clinics across the country, including in major children\u2019s hospitals, ensuring that every child gets top-notch, kid-focused care. Our pediatric focus means that all our resources, from products to educational videos and print materials, are designed specifically towards the treatment of kids. With a growing library of resources and patient stories, we make the transition to treatment easier for families.

We\u2019re not just providing care—we\u2019re pioneering it! Our team is constantly developing new, cutting-edge solutions in pediatric orthotics and prosthetics, because we believe every child deserves the very best. At OP Specialty Bracing, pediatric care is not just something we do—it\u2019s our passion, our purpose, and our promise to the kids we serve.

The Pay Range For This Role Is 75,000 - 115,000 USD per year (Phoenix)