Pedorthist Health Technician: Advanced Device Designer

Veterans Health Administration; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Health Technician (Pedorthist) at the Hampton VA Health Care System to assess patients, plan and execute pedorthic treatments, and follow up to improve outcomes. The role includes performing scans, taking measurements, and fabricating simple devices under clinical supervision.

Candidate must meet credential requirements or be in a supported non-credentialed pathway with oversight, and collaborate with physicians, therapists and other staff to ensure

Qualifications

• Skill in conducting patient assessments.
• Skill in developing simple pedorthic devices (assessment, measurement, selection, fitting).
• Ability to consult with providers and allied health colleagues regarding treatment.
• Ability to assess device for structural soundness and fit.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments, take scans and measurements for simple devices.
• Prepare and modify casts for simple devices.
• Provide patient education and assist with device fitting under supervision.
• Coordinate with physicians and senior pedorthists for treatment planning.

Job description

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Health Technician (Pedorthist) at the Hampton VA Health Care System to assess patients, plan and execute pedorthic treatments, and follow up to improve outcomes. The role includes performing scans, taking measurements, and fabricating simple devices under clinical supervision.

Candidate must meet credential requirements or be in a supported non-credentialed pathway with oversight, and collaborate with physicians, therapists and other staff to ensure