Orthotics & Prosthetics Clinician: Fit, Fabrication & Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Battle Creek, MI invites applications for an Orthotist-Prosthetist to provide orthotic and/or prosthetic devices and treatment under supervision.

The role emphasizes comprehensive patient evaluation, treatment planning, fabrication, fitting, and documentation, with ongoing care and coordination with other health professionals. The position is located in the Orthotic-Prosthetic Laboratory Section of the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service, with standard M-F

Qualifications

• Comprehensive examination of the patient and assessment of orthotic/prosthetic needs.
• Formulation of a treatment plan and documentation of patient records.
• Fabrication, fitting, and adjustment of orthotic/prosthetic devices under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to ongoing patient care through regular follow-up and re-assessment.
• Perform history-taking and evaluate function, range of motion, and skin integrity.
• Coordinate with physicians and caregivers to optimize treatment plans and outcomes.

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Battle Creek, MI invites applications for an Orthotist-Prosthetist to provide orthotic and/or prosthetic devices and treatment under supervision.

The role emphasizes comprehensive patient evaluation, treatment planning, fabrication, fitting, and documentation, with ongoing care and coordination with other health professionals. The position is located in the Orthotic-Prosthetic Laboratory Section of the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service, with standard M-F