Orthotics Technician

Rothman Orthopaedics; Pennington, Hamilton Township, South Brunswick, Bordentown (NJ, NJ, NJ, NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

Rothman Orthopaedics is seeking an Orthotics Technician in Pennington/Princeton area to work with the orthopaedic team on orthotic devices and patient care. You will participate in device fabrication, fitting, testing and adjustments under physician guidance.

Responsibilities include patient education, handling insurance verification and scheduling, and maintaining sterile stock in the cast room. Full-time, day shift with strong team support and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• MS Office skills required.

Responsibilities

• Greets patient, informs, prepares and positions patient for procedures.
• Reads physician prescriptions to determine device type and materials needed.
• Applies or removes casts/splints; helps fabricate orthotic devices.
• Tests and adjusts devices for proper fit, function and comfort.
• Informs patients about insurance and financial responsibilities, and handles paperwork.

Skills

Customer service

Insurance verification

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry Job Location: RO Princeton - Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: Day Shift

Job Summary

The Orthotics Technician is a trained member of the orthopaedic team who works with all health care professionals in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities concerning all surgical and non-surgical procedures.

Key Accountabilities

Excellence in customer service, proficient in insurance verification / authorization and maintenance of patient records. Organizational skills required to maintain schedules, return phone calls and maintain stock.

Essential Duties

• Greets patient, informs, prepares and positions patient for procedure. Provides patient and family education.
• Conducts clinical interview of patients and assesses needs according to Physician's prescription. Read specifications to determine the type of device to be fabricated and the materials and tools that will be required.
• Applies or removes casts/splints.
• Make orthotic devices by bending, forming and shaping materials to prescribed specifications. Fit, test and evaluate devices on patients and make adjustments for proper fit, function and comfort.
• Provides patient with insurance information and financial responsibility information. Completes work orders, billing, and notes for patients. Verifies benefits, completes pre-certification and documents in patient record.
• Triage patient by telephone and communicates patient's needs to certified practitioner or Physician.
• Maintains cast room and orders stock inventory.
• Exemplifies the desired culture and philosophies of the organization.

Minimum Requirements

• High School diploma or GED minimum education requirement
• Computer skills including, but not limited to, MS Office suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed courses in Anatomy, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Physical/Occupational Therapy and Athletic Training preferred.
• Certified Orthotics Fitter or Athletic Trainer preferred.
• One (1) to two (2) years experience in a clinical position preferred. Certified Athletic Trainers or Occupational Therapy experience preferred.
• Musculoskeletal anatomy and pathology preferred.

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 4:30pm

Total Hours per Week

40

Status

permanent and full-time

Pay Range

$16.00/hr - $22.00/hr

Our Commitment to Employees

Come work at Rothman Orthopaedics! Our employees are our single greatest asset, as such, we strive to provide a professional, nurturing environment where every member of our team can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This commitment to our employees has earned us the distinction as a Top Workplace in Philadelphia by the Philadelphia Inquirer year after year. Our employees enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rothman Orthopaedics is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities to all qualified applicants without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value developing an inclusive and equitable environment that strengthens our organization and allows us to better attract and retain a diverse workforce that is representative of our patients and our community. We model our values by creating and enacting practices that encourage participation from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.