Orthotics & Prosthetics Assistant - Full Time

Shriners Children's; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children's in Pasadena, CA seeks an O&P Assistant to measure, cast, modify and fit prosthetic and orthotic devices under ABC supervision. You will support documentation and front desk operations while ensuring patient safety and care standards.

The role requires ABC Certification or Board eligibility, comfort in a diverse patient population, and proficiency with data entry, digital scanning and model modifications.

Qualifications

• ABC Certification as an Orthotics/Prosthetics Assistant or Board Eligible.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, diverse patient population.
• Computer skills for data entry and digital scanning/model modification.

Responsibilities

• Take measurements, cast, modify and fit prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Document patient care in the EMR and support front office staff.
• Oversee WIP and guide fabrication workflow with the team.
• Ensure safe operation of O&P equipment.

Skills

ABC Certification

Data entry skills

Digital scanning & model modification

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.

Job Description

The O&P Assistant is responsible for the measurement, casting, modification, fabrication and fitting of prosthetic and orthotic devices under the direct supervision of an ABC Certified Practitioner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the timely and compliant patient documentation utilizing OPIE EMR system and supporting front office staff.
• 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.
• The knowledge and ability to safely use equipment related to the O&P industry.
• Design and supervise the fabrication of safe and functional prosthetic and orthotic devices.

Required Qualifications:

• ABC Certification as an Orthotics/Prosthetics Assistant or Board Eligible.
• The ability to work in a dynamic and diverse environment with a patient population exhibiting physical disabilities.
• Computer skills for data entry, digital scanning and digital model modification.

The hours for this position is 9:30am - 6:00pm.

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