Clinical Manager

Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Health savings accounts with employer contribution

Flexible spending account options

Company-paid life insurance policy

Paid time off

Company holidays

Floating holidays

100% company-paid short & long-term disability

Job summary

Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA is seeking a Clinical Manager in Port Huron, MI. The ideal candidate will manage clinical operations and staff, collaborate on patient evaluations for prosthetic and orthotic needs, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Orthotics/Prosthetics and certification by the ABC or BOC is required, alongside 3-7 years of direct patient care experience. The role offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and a company-paid life insurance policy.

Qualifications

• 3 - 7 years of direct patient care experience as a Board-Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist.
• Minimum of 2 years in a lead or supervisory role in healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages clinical operations and clinical staff at assigned patient care facility.
• Collaborates with clinicians on patient evaluations for prosthetic and orthotic services.
• Provides direction and guidance for technicians producing devices.
• Accomplishes financial objectives by forecasting requirements and assisting with budgets.

Skills

Advanced computer skills

Communication skills

Prosthetic and/or orthotic clinical practice knowledge

Organizational and time management skills

Conflict resolution skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics

Certified by ABC or BOC

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Since 1944, Wright & Filippis (W&F) has built a well-earned reputation as a leader in prosthetics, orthotics, and accessibility solutions. Over 76yrs strong, we are committed to improving the lives of our patients. In 2020, Wright & Filippis joined Ottobock Patient Care. Together, we help people maintain or regain their freedom of movement. We believe in giving our practitioners the freedom of choice to provide the best care possible for their patients. With access to the latest technologies and techniques, you'll have the tools and resources you need to delivery truly personalized and innovated solutions.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Manager in our Port Huron, MI location!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages clinical operations and clinical staff at assigned patient care facility. Clinical staff includes clinicians, technicians, and fitters.
• Collaborates with clinicians in the evaluation and analysis of a patient’s need for prosthetic and/or orthotic services; recommend treatment options to clinicians when necessary.
• Examines and evaluates patient's needs in relation to disease and functional loss.
• Formulates design of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Performs evaluation of fit (including static and dynamic alignments) to assure function, medical efficacy, and quality of work are appropriate.
• Instructs patient in use of device.
• Provides detailed clinical notes in patient records.
• Trains Technicians, Residents, Fitters, and other Clinicians, as appropriate.
• Utilizes effective materials management, quality, and performance processes to maximize device quality and medical efficacy, maintaining a proper balance with costs and operational/financial performance.
• Meets with physicians, case managers and other referral sources to review services and capabilities; develop and enhance business relationships to identify and secure ongoing and future sources or referrals.
• Provides complete and accurate direction and guidance to technicians responsible for fabrication of orthoses and/or prosthesis for his/her patients. Delegate responsibility and expect accountability and regular feedback.
• Accomplishes financial objectives by forecasting requirements; Assist in preparing an annual budget.
• Achieves and maintains professional knowledge and technical skills through continuing education.
• Identifies and creates improvements to processes to promote efficiency and productivity. This specifically includes current "state of the art" knowledge, procedures, components, and materials including application based on diagnosis.
• Helps ensure offices are ABC/Medicare/Labor Compliant and assist with accreditation, as necessary.
• Complies with Corporate Compliance and HIPAA requirements.
• Enforces all safety regulations; Compliance with Medicare and other governmental regulations; Compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Advanced computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and databases.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing and to work effectively with a wide range of people, including vendors, suppliers, co-workers, and management.
• Knowledge and experience in prosthetic and/or orthotic clinical practice and technology.
• Demonstrated experience in instructing clinical, non-clinical personnel and customers on objectives of patient care services.
• Ability to work collaboratively and participate in a team approach.
• Possess excellent organizational and time management skills by prioritizing and managing multiple tasks to completion.
• Anticipates, identifies, analyzes, and resolves conflict and problems.
• A valid driver’s license with no limitations operating a motor vehicle; must have a reliable vehicle.
• Bachelor’s Degree OR Master’s in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics.
• Certified by The American Board for Certification in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics (ABC) or Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC). Certification must be in good standing.
• In states where licensure is required, the ability to obtain and maintain state licensure may be required as well.
• 3 - 7 years of direct patient care experience as a Board-Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist.
• Minimum of 2 years in a lead or supervisory role in the healthcare industry preferred. (for Clinic Manager candidates only)
• Medical
• Vision
• Health savings accounts with employer contribution
• Flexible spending account options
• Company-paid life insurance policy
• Paid time off
• Company holidays
• Floating holidays
• 100% company-paid short & long-term disability