Orthotics & Prosthetics Assistant - Full Time

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s is seeking an O&P Assistant to measure, cast, modify, fabricate and fit prosthetic and orthotic devices under the supervision of an ABC Certified Practitioner. You will document in OPIE EMR and support front office staff while coordinating device delivery timelines.

The role requires ABC Certification or eligibility, ability to work in a diverse clinical setting, and proficiency with data entry, digital scanning, and model modification.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Measure, cast, modify, fabricate and fit prosthetic/orthotic devices under supervision.
• Maintain timely and compliant patient documentation in OPIE EMR and support front office staff.
• Direct fabrication workflow and supervise staff to meet reasonable delivery dates.

Skills

ABC Certification as Orthotics/Prosths

Data entry skills

Digital scanning

Digital model modification

Tools

OPIE EMR system

Digital scanning software

Digital model tools

Data entry software

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. Every day, we provide innovative, compassionate care and conduct leading research that enhances the quality of life for 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.

Company Culture and Benefits

We invite you to explore the many rewarding career paths at Shriners Children’s, from clinical and non-clinical positions to education and research opportunities. We’re always looking for driven, compassionate professionals to join our team as nurses, physical therapists, medical assistants, administrative staff and much more. 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.

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