Orthotist Clinician: Design, Fit & Elevate Mobility

Hanger Clinic; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation packages

8 paid national holidays & 4 floating

PTO incl. vacation and sick time

401k retirement plan

Parental bonding leave

Flexible work schedules

Relocation assistance

Mentorship programs

Student loan repayment assistance by w

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Hanger Clinic in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Certified Orthotist Clinician (CO, Board Eligible) to evaluate, design, fit, and adjust custom orthotic devices to improve mobility and quality of life. You will collaborate with physicians and the rehabilitation team, follow treatment plans, and mentor residents or newly certified clinicians as needed.

This role offers professional growth within a nationwide network of clinics and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current board certification in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics from the ABC or BOC, or
• Baccalaureate degree in prosthetics and/or orthotics, or the foreign equivalent, and current ABC Board-Eligibility in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics.
• A valid driver's license and driving record within the standards outlined within Hanger's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures.
• In states where licensure is required, the ability to obtain and maintain state licensure may be required as well.
• May be willing to consider candidates who are not certified or board-eligible but have at least 5 years of demonstrated past experience in providing prosthetic and/or orthotic services under the supervision of a certified clinician.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians in the evaluation and analysis of a patient's need for prosthetic and/or orthotic services; recommend treatment options to physicians when necessary.
• Examine and evaluate patient needs in relation to disease and functional loss.
• Formulate design of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Select materials, make cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts, taking into account new techniques and materials.
• Perform fitting, including static and dynamic alignments.
• Evaluate prosthetic and/or orthotic device on patient, adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work.
• Instruct patient in use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Identify and reconcile issues/problems to ensure patient satisfaction with devices provided.
• Provide follow-up with patients and physicians.
• Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health care professionals.
• Utilize effective materials management, quality and performance processes to maximize device quality and medical efficacy, maintaining a proper balance with costs and operational/financial performance.
• Meet with physicians, case managers and other referral sources to review prosthetic and/or orthotic services and capabilities; develop and enhance business relationships to identify and secure ongoing and future sources or referrals.
• Plan and implement strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets in coordination with management.
• Provide detailed clinical notes to patient records.
• May mentor residents or newly certified clinicians.
• Provide assistance to other clinical staff.
• Provide information to administrative staff to conduct reimbursement activities.
• Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare and other governmental regulations; compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.
• May be asked to perform on-call, hospital calls, or float between more than one Hanger Clinic location.

Education

Bachelor's degree in prosthetics and/or orthotics

ABC/BOC certification or eligibility

Job description

Hanger Clinic in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Certified Orthotist Clinician (CO, Board Eligible) to evaluate, design, fit, and adjust custom orthotic devices to improve mobility and quality of life. You will collaborate with physicians and the rehabilitation team, follow treatment plans, and mentor residents or newly certified clinicians as needed.

This role offers professional growth within a nationwide network of clinics and a comprehensive benefits package.