Orthotist/Prosthetist: Create Custom Prosthetics with Impact

MANUEL GARCIA PROSTHETICS LAB, INC.; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Job summary

MANUEL GARCIA PROSTHETICS LAB, INC. seeks an Orthotist/Prosthetist to work with patients, determining needs and fit of orthotics or prosthetics, reading physicians' prescriptions, and crafting custom devices based on those needs. Collaboration with care team to advise on fits and patient concerns.

The ideal candidate has bedside manner, knowledge of kinesiology, and strong communication skills to interpret charts and provide recommendations.

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.

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.

Skills

Kinesiology

Medical terminology

Prosthetics knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

MANUEL GARCIA PROSTHETICS LAB, INC. seeks an Orthotist/Prosthetist to work with patients, determining needs and fit of orthotics or prosthetics, reading physicians' prescriptions, and crafting custom devices based on those needs. Collaboration with care team to advise on fits and patient concerns.

The ideal candidate has bedside manner, knowledge of kinesiology, and strong communication skills to interpret charts and provide recommendations.