Orthotist-Prosthetist

Veterans Health Administration

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 98,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Indianapolis seeks a Prosthetist/Orthotist to evaluate patients, design and fabricate orthotic and prosthetic devices, and manage ongoing care. The role emphasizes adjusting treatment plans, documenting patient records, and coordinating with physicians to optimize outcomes.

The position involves comprehensive history taking, device fitting, and ensuring maintenance of functional goals through regular follow-up and adjustments.

Responsibilities

Comprehensive examination of the patient and assessment of needs with plan formulation.
Design component selection, measurement/casting, fabrication, and fitting of devices.
Proper documentation of the patient record and care plans.
Ongoing follow-up to assess fit, function, and changing patient needs.
Review prescriptions and communicate/update consults for scheduling.
Take comprehensive patient history including health, activities, and allergies.
Create orthotic/prosthetic treatment plans to meet goals and improve function.
Deliver services, inform patient and caregiver of procedures and risks, select materials.
Provide continuing care and periodic evaluation of device performance.
Adhere to policies and pursue ongoing professional development and education.

Job description

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This position functions primarily in the Orthotic-Prosthetic Laboratory Section of the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service. The Prosthetist/Orthotist provides the appropriate orthotic and/or prosthetic devices and treatment.

Key Responsibilities

VA Careers - Prosthetics: https://youtube.com/embed/3NUvF5jjErQ General duties include but not limited to: -Comprehensive examination of the patient and assessment of their individual needs and desires Formulation of a treatment plan. - Design component selection, measurement/casting of the patient, fabrication, and fitting of the device to the patient. - Proper documentation of the patient record.

- Continuing care and periodic examination of the patient and the orthotic/prosthetic device to assess fit, function and changing needs of the patient. -Ability to recognize physical abnormalities, deviations, and complicating conditions with potentially life threatening implications. Functions: A) Performs a comprehensive assessment of the patient to obtain an understanding of the patients orthotic/prosthetic needs such as gait, range of motion, life style, etc.

- Review patient's prescription/referral. - Communication and documentation on consults to provide detailed information for MSA to use regarding scheduling.

- Take a comprehensive patient history, including demographic characteristics, family dynamics, previous use of an orthosis/prosthesis, diagnosis, work history, vocational activities, signs and symptoms, medical history (including allergies to materials),reimbursement status, patient expectations, and results of diagnostic evaluations.

B) Create a comprehensive orthotic/prosthetic treatment plan to meet the needs and goals of the patient: - Formulate treatment goals and expected orthotic/prosthetic outcomes to reduce pain/increase comfort, enhance function and independence, provide stability, prevent deformity, address cosmesis and/or promote healing. - Consult with physician/referral source to modify, if necessary, the original prescription and/or treatment plan.

C) Perform the necessary procedures to deliver the appropriate orthotic/prosthetic services, which may include fabrication of the orthosis/prosthesis: - Inform patient, family and/or caregiver of the orthotic/prosthetic procedure, possible risks and time involved in the procedure. - Select appropriate material/techniques to implement treatment plan. - Provide patient with preparatory care for orthotic/prosthetic treatment (e.g.,- diagnostic splint, residual limb shrinker).

D) Provide continuing patient care and periodic evaluation to assure/maintain/document optimal fit and function of the orthosis/prosthesis: - Solicit subjective feedback from patient and/or caregiver to determine status (e.g., wear schedule/tolerance, comfort, perceived benefits, perceived detriments, ability to don and doff, proper usage and function, overall patient satisfaction). -. Assess patient's functional level.

- Assess patient's skin condition (e.g., integrity, color, temperature, volume). - Assess patient's general health, height, and weight, and note any changes.

E) Complies with policies, procedures and regulations regarding human resource management, physical environment management, business/financial management and organizational management: - Adheres to established policies and procedures in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations as well as professional and ethical guidelines (e.g., FDA, ADA,OSHA, MSDS, ABC and BOC.) - Personnel policies and procedures (e.g., benefits, training, incentives, staff recognition, regular performance appraisals).

F) Participate in personal and professional development through continuing education, training, research and organizational affiliations: - Participates in continuing education and/or provide such education for other health care professionals, orthotic and prosthetic practitioners, associates, technicians, and office staff(e.g., publications, seminars, case studies). - Participates in education for residents, students, and trainees.

- Participates in product development research, clinical trials, and outcome evaluation studies. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00a.m-4:30p.m. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement # 91652-0

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $75374 – $97991/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-28.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.