Orthotist Prosthetist

Mercyhealth; Janesville (WI); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth East in Janesville, WI is seeking a qualified Orthotist/Prosthetist to provide patient-centered orthotic and prosthetic care. You will diagnose needs, plan treatment, and fit devices tailored to each patient.

Responsibilities include reviewing referrals, taking measurements, educating patients, supervising staff, and coordinating with physicians to ensure integrated care for improved outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university or two to three years related experience or training.
• CPR certification is required.
• Licensed to practice Orthotics and/or Prosthetics in Wisconsin or Illinois as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Review referrals and patient data to determine appropriate orthotic management.
• Take history, observe posture, and palpate anatomical structures for evaluation.
• Plan and document treatment plans based on evaluation data.
• Take casts and measurements, modify layouts, and select materials for devices.
• Evaluate devices on patients and ensure fit, function, and comfort; instruct use.
• Maintain and repair orthotic devices and document outcomes in patient records.
• Coordinate with physicians and other staff for integrated care.
• Supervise and train orthotic staff; contribute to training programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading & writing

Presentations

Math & geometry

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPR certification

Tools

PHS

HBO

ChartView Database

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

## Orthotist ProsthetistApply: Mercyhealth East - Janesville, WI: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-03346**Essential Duties and Responsibilities** Review Physician's referral, patient's condition and medical records to determine appropriate orthotic management. Obtains history and subjective components of the evaluation. Observes posture, position, and palpates anatomical structures. Plans and prepares written treatment plan based on evaluation of patient data. Select materials and components and make cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts using measuring equipment. Evaluate devices on patients and make adjustments to ensure fit, function, comfort, and quality; and instruct patients in use of orthopedic devices. Repairs and maintains orthopedic devices by using hand tools. Records general makeup of device, provided education material, quality of fit, and patients response to administration of device in patient's chart or enters information into computer. Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in orthotic management, and integrate orthotics with other aspects of patient's health care. Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants, technicians, and other orthotic and prosthetic professionals. Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on orthotics and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups. Coordinates activities with other clinic locations. **Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations** To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals. Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions. Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals. Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue. **Education and Experience** Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. **Certification and Licensure** License to practice Orthotics and or Prosthetics in Illinois, Wisconsin, or both if required. CPR certification **Skills and Abilities** Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of PHS, HBO, ChartView Database software, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook software. Other Skills and Abilities: Attends continuing education programs, may be required to work flexible hours, may be required to work in other locations. **Special Physical Demands** While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. **Level of Supervision** Some independent judgment is required, but alternatives are limited by standard practices or procedures. **Supervises** This job has no supervisory responsibilities**PAY RANGE:**$64,012.06 - $102,419.20