ORTHOTIST

UNM HOSPITALS; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 3,200 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

UNM Hospitals in Albuquerque seeks a part-time Orthotics professional to evaluate patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions and fabricate, fit, and deliver orthoses to meet medical and functional needs. The role may supervise the custom fabrication and oversee orthotic technicians within the department, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, 1 year of direct orthotics experience (2 years preferred), and certification

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• Essential: 1 year directly related orthotics experience; Nonessential: 2 years directly related experience.
• Essential: Certified Orthotist within 18 months of position.

Responsibilities

• OVERSEE: Provide technical oversight and assignment, supervision, and review of work performed by team members.
• CASTS: Fabricate and finish plastic and/or metal orthotics for upper/lower extremities and spinal devices.
• CASTS: Measure and cast patients; consult with attending physician(s) as required.
• ORTHOTICS: Delineate tracings; choose appropriate orthotic components to fabricate specific devices.
• ORTHOTICS: Evaluate and inspect fit and function of orthoses fabricated by technicians.
• CHARTS: Maintain patient charts and documentation per hospital procedures.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Related Discipline

Job description

Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: CTH Orthotics

FTE: 0.05
PRN
Shift: Days

Position Summary:
Evaluate patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions. Fabricate, fit, and deliver orthoses which best meet the medical and functional needs of each patient. May supervise the custom fabrication of orthoses and monitor technical activities within the department; supervise orthotic technicians as assigned. Participate in quality improvement processes and participate in departmental training as requested. Function as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:
* OVERSEE - Provide technical oversight and assignment, supervision, and review of work performed by team members
* CASTS - Fabricate and finish plastic and/or metal prosthetics/orthotics for upper extremity, lower extremity, and spinal orthoses
* CASTS - Measure and cast patients; consult with attending physician(s) as required
* ORTHOTICS - Delineate tracings; choose appropriate orthotic components to fabricate specific orthosis; develop custom orthotic devices as required
* ORTHOTICS - Evaluate and inspect the fit and function of orthoses fit and/or fabricated by technicians
* CHARTS - Maintain patient charts and other documentation as required in accordance with Hospital and departmental procedures and standards
* DEVICES - Inspect devices manufactured by internal/external sources to ensure adherence to specifications and quality requirements, and provide feedback to external suppliers
* DEVICES - Report discrepancies to supervisor; make corrections to devices when feasible or as directed
* ORTHOTICS OUTREACH - Organize outreach clinics for the team; provide orthotic services to outreach patient population
* X-RAYS - Read x-rays to determine required specifications for orthoses
* COST CONTROL - Utilize parts and supplies in a manner that maximizes efficient and cost-effective production of prosthetic/orthotic devices
* TRAIN - Conduct in-services for staff as requested; train orthotic technicians in areas such as fabrication techniques, patient fittings, related practices, and special projects
* EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES - Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promote workplace safety
* ON-CALL - Remain on call on a stand-by basis to ensure daily coverage from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or as assigned for Carrie Tingley and UNM Hospitals
* DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops
* PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
* PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
* PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
* PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner
* PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

Qualifications

Education:
Essential:
* Bachelor's Degree
Education specialization:
Essential:
* Related Discipline

Experience:
Essential:
1 year directly related experience

Nonessential:
2 years directly related experience

Credentials:
Essential:
* Certified Orthotist w/in 18 months of position

Physical Conditions:
Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Working conditions:
Essential:
* Sig Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials req PPE
* Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required