Orthotist | Gait Analysis & Custom Orthotics Pro

Northern Orthotic & Prosthetic Center; Duluth (MN); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Northern Orthotic & Prosthetic Center seeks a skilled Orthotist to provide comprehensive orthotic care in Duluth, MN. You will assess, design, fit, and adjust devices, collaborate with clinicians, review patient histories, and guide gait analysis to optimize function.

You will educate patients and caregivers on device use and care, document findings, participate in case conferences, and contribute to quality improvement and best practices within the clinic.

Formación

• Clinical expertise in orthotics: assessment, design, fitting and adjustment.
• Foundational knowledge in medicine and orthopedic surgery to interpret clinical information.
• Proficiency in gait analysis to evaluate movement patterns.
• Understanding of prosthetics to coordinate care for patients requiring both orthotic and prosthetic solutions.
• Certification or eligibility for ABC orthotist certification and state licensure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patient-centered, culturally sensitive care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in outpatient clinical settings preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assess patients and design orthotic devices.
• Fit devices and provide follow-up adjustments.
• Collaborate with referring clinicians.
• Review medical histories and gait analysis.
• Educate patients and caregivers on use and care.
• Document accurately and participate in case conferences.
• Support quality improvement and best practices.

Conocimientos

Orthotics design

Orthotics fitting

Gait analysis

Prosthetics knowledge

Clinical communication

Educación

ABC certification

Descripción del empleo

Northern Orthotic & Prosthetic Center seeks a skilled Orthotist to provide comprehensive orthotic care in Duluth, MN. You will assess, design, fit, and adjust devices, collaborate with clinicians, review patient histories, and guide gait analysis to optimize function.

You will educate patients and caregivers on device use and care, document findings, participate in case conferences, and contribute to quality improvement and best practices within the clinic.