Prosthetist: Biomechanics, Custom Devices & Patient Care

Praxis, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

3 weeks PTO

11 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

The Prosthetist at Martin Bionics will manage day-to-day clinical care, perform patient assessments, and create individualized prosthetic treatment plans, including fabrication and fittings of prostheses.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Prosthetics, is a Certified ABC Practitioner, and has a Texas O&P license, plus 2 years of clinical and 2 years of technical prosthetics experience; the position offers a competitive salary and benefits in Austin.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Prosthetics (if certified after 2014).
• Certified ABC Practitioner in Prosthetics.
• Practicing Texas O&P license.
• 2 years clinical experience in prosthetics, including internships/residency.
• 2 years of technical experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and design prosthetic devices based on trauma, disease, or functional loss.
• Collaborate with physicians on patient evaluations and development of prosthetic treatment plans.
• Demonstrate expertise in biomechanics, gait analysis, and prosthetic componentry.
• Perform measurements, castings, modifications, and prosthetic fabrication and fittings.
• Evaluate and adjust prosthetic devices for optimal fit, function, and quality.
• Instruct patients on prosthetic use and provide ongoing follow-up.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure safety/compliance (HIPAA, OSHA).

Skills

Biomechanics

Gait analysis

Prosthetic fabrication

Patient care

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Prosthetics

Certified ABC Practitioner in Prosthetics

Texas O&P license

Job description

The Prosthetist at Martin Bionics will manage day-to-day clinical care, perform patient assessments, and create individualized prosthetic treatment plans, including fabrication and fittings of prostheses.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Prosthetics, is a Certified ABC Practitioner, and has a Texas O&P license, plus 2 years of clinical and 2 years of technical prosthetics experience; the position offers a competitive salary and benefits in Austin.