Orthotist-Prosthetist - Veterans Care Clinician

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Baltimore is seeking a GS-11 Orthotist-Prosthetist to join the Orthotic-Prosthetic Laboratory within the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service.

The role requires direct patient care, measurements, fitting, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality orthotic and prosthetic devices to Veterans. Applicants must meet CAAHEP education requirements and hold ABC or BOC board certification.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and biomechanics.
• Experience participating as part of a treatment team.
• Ability to take measurements, casts or scans for orthotic/prosthetic devices.
• Understanding of HCPCS coding and reimbursement processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide orthotic and prosthetic services in hospital/clinical settings.
• Attend clinics and contribute to treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team.
• Document patient history and care using established record-keeping practices.
• Develop and implement comprehensive orthotic/prosthetic treatment plans.
• Assist in education for residents, students, and staff when appropriate.

Skills

Team collaboration

Medical terminology

Gait analysis

Casting/fit measurements

HCPCS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Orthotics and Prosthetics (CAAHEP)

Board certification by ABC or BOC

Tools

HCPCS coding

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Baltimore is seeking a GS-11 Orthotist-Prosthetist to join the Orthotic-Prosthetic Laboratory within the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service.

The role requires direct patient care, measurements, fitting, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality orthotic and prosthetic devices to Veterans. Applicants must meet CAAHEP education requirements and hold ABC or BOC board certification.