Orthotist/Prosthetist

MANUEL GARCIA PROSTHETICS LAB; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Great Work Environment

Job summary

MANUEL GARCIA PROSTHETICS LAB seeks an Orthotist/Prosthetist to assess patient needs and fit orthotics or prosthetics. You will read physician prescriptions, craft custom devices, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide optimal patient outcomes. Strong bedside manner and communication are essential.

The role involves examining clients, fitting devices, and maintaining detailed patient records while delivering compassionate, expert care in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of kinesiology and prosthetics needs.
• Excellent communication skills and bedside manner.
• Ability to read and interpret prescriptions, charts, and reports.

Responsibilities

• Examine clients to determine appliance needs and fit issues.
• Fit and test devices for function, comfort, and practicality.
• Read physician prescriptions and craft devices based on recommendations.
• Collaborate with care staff to ensure the best patient care.
• Record patient information and maintain records.

Skills

Kinesiology

Communication skills

Read prescriptions

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment

Job Summary

We are seeking an Orthotist/Prosthetist to join our team! As an Orthotist/Prosthetist, you will be working closely with patients to determine both the need and fit of orthopedics or prosthetics, reading documentation and prescriptions from physicians, and creating custom pieces based on those needs. You will also be working with other care team members to make recommendations on fits and needs, listening to patient concerns on appliances, and providing suggestions based on your experience and knowledge. The ideal candidate has an excellent bedside manner, a deep understanding of kinesiology, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Examine each client to determine their appliance needs and potential fit issues that could arise
• Fit and test devices on clients for function, comfort, and practicality
• Read physician prescriptions and craft custom orthopedic or prosthetic devices based on physician recommendations and client needs
• Collaborate with multiple care staff to ensure the patients best care possible
• Record all patient information and needs, maintaining exceptional patient records

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of kinesiology, medical terminology, and the unique needs that come with using a prosthetic
• Excellent communication skills, with a positive attitude
• The ability to both read and interpret prescriptions, charts, and reports
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to multitask across multiple clients