Orthotics & Prosthetics Assistant

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Matching

Job summary

Shriners Children’s Portland is seeking a full-time O&P Assistant to measure, cast, modify, fabricate and fit prosthetic and orthotic devices under indirect supervision. You will ensure timely documentation in the OPIE EMR and guide the technical staff in fabrication to meet delivery dates.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and college-level coursework in anatomy and physiology, general physics, and medical terminology.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• College-level coursework in anatomy and physiology, general physics, and medical terminology.
• Preferred: Certified Prosthetic and Orthotic Assistant (CPOA)
• 1–2 years of hospital or medical office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adherence to ABC Standards.
• Compliant data entry in OPIE EMR System.
• Provide guidance and assistance for technical staff.
• Support front office operations when the office OA is unavailable.
• Orthotic and prosthetic patient fittings and adjustments with clinic coverage.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, families, team members, and volunteers.
• Document medical records, coding and billing for all devices.

Skills

Anatomy & Physiology

General Physics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Anatomy & Physiology coursework

General Physics coursework

Medical Terminology coursework

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status.

About the Role

The O&P Assistant is responsible for the measurement, casting, modification, fabrication and fitting of prosthetic and orthotic devices under the indirect supervision of an ABC Certified Practitioner. Additionally, they are responsible for the timely and compliant patient documentation utilizing OPIE EMR system. The Prosthetic/Orthotic Assistant is responsible to monitor their WIP and direct the technical staff in fabrication of specific orthotic and prosthetic devices following an organized and orderly work flow with reasonable delivery dates of the orthosis/prosthesis to patients. Shriners Portland is looking for a full time O&P Assistant to join the team!

Key Responsibilities

• Adherence to ABC Standards
• Compliant data entry in OPIE EMR System
• Provide guidance and assistance for technical staff
• Support front office operations during times when the office OA is unavailable.
• Orthotic and prosthetic patient fittings and adjustments, along with daily and after-hours orthotic and prosthetic clinic coverage
• Communication skills to effectively work with physicians, patients, families, members of the healthcare team, employees, students, visitors, and volunteers
• To understand and be responsible for proper documentation for medical records, coding and billing responsibilities for all devices

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• College level courses in Human Anatomy and Physiology, General Physics, Medical Terminology

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Prosthetic and Orthotic Assistant
• Physical Therapist assistant/Occupational Therapist assistant/Athletic Trainer (willing to train to become CPOA)
• 1-2 years of experience working in a hospital or medical office
• Patient registrations, scheduling, and related office responsibilities
• Durable Medical Equipment (Orthotics & Prosthetics) related experience

Compensation

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.

Benefits

• Eligible Shriners Children’s employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance, retirement matching and so much more!

Locations & Additional Opportunities

No matter where you're located, you'll find openings at our Shriners Children’s facilities across the U.S., in Canada and Mexico and at our corporate headquarters in Tampa, Florida.