Pediatric Prosthetist/Orthotist: Fit, Design & Educate

OP Specialty Bracing; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Long & Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance and AD&D

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Job summary

OP Specialty Bracing in Annapolis, MD is seeking a Certified Prosthetist Orthotist to join our pediatric-focused team. You will collaborate with physicians to design and fit orthopedic devices that improve mobility for children.

The role requires a MSPO, NCOPE residency, and an appropriate state license. We offer comprehensive benefits and a mission-driven culture centered on improving children’s lives through innovative orthotics and prosthetics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university.
• Two plus years related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Master's of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics (MSPO).
• Completion of NCOPE certified residency program.

Responsibilities

• Examine, interview, and measure patients to determine appliance needs and fit.
• Fit, test, and adjust devices for proper fit, function, and comfort.
• Instruct patients in the use and care of orthoses/prostheses.
• Design orthopedic devices based on physicians' prescriptions and patient measurements.
• Create plaster casts for orthoses to be used in device construction.
• Select materials and components based on device design.
• Collaborate with physicians to formulate specifications and prescriptions.
• Repair, rebuild, and modify orthopedic appliances.
• Construct and supervise fabrication of appliances.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience + training

MSPO degree

NCOPE residency

Job description

OP Specialty Bracing in Annapolis, MD is seeking a Certified Prosthetist Orthotist to join our pediatric-focused team. You will collaborate with physicians to design and fit orthopedic devices that improve mobility for children.

The role requires a MSPO, NCOPE residency, and an appropriate state license. We offer comprehensive benefits and a mission-driven culture centered on improving children’s lives through innovative orthotics and prosthetics.