Prosthetist/Orthotist (CPO) Port Huron, MI

Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA; Port Huron (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health savings account

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Company holidays

Floating holidays

Disability insurance

Job summary

Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA in Port Huron, MI is seeking a Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (CPO). Board eligibility is considered with ABC guidelines guiding the path to CPO certification. The role emphasizes delivering prosthetic and orthotic devices, patient care, and team collaboration.

Qualified candidates will have a degree in Orthotics/Prosthetics, ABC/BOC certification, and 3+ years of experience. The position requires driving and a commitment to HIPAA and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics.
• ABC or BOC certification in good standing; licensure where required.
• 3+ years of Orthotics/Prosthetics experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality prosthetics and orthotics services for patients.
• Design prosthetic/orthotic devices for individual needs.
• Guide technicians in fabrication of devices.
• Perform fitting, static and dynamic alignments.
• Evaluate devices for fit, function and efficacy; adjust as needed.
• Instruct patients on device use and care.
• Provide post-delivery service and adjust care as required.
• Maintain patient records and coordinate reimbursements.
• Train staff and clinicians as appropriate.
• Develop referral network and market services to physicians and therapists.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Problem solving

Computer skills

Driving license

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Orthotics/Prosthetics

Job description

Summary Statement

Since 1944, Wright & Filippis (W&F) has built a well-earned reputation as a leader in prosthetics, orthotics, and accessibility solutions. Over 76yrs strong, we are committed to improving the lives of our patients. In 2020, Wright & Filippis joined Ottobock Patient Care. Together, we help people maintain or regain their freedom of movement. We believe in giving our practitioners the freedom of choice to provide the best care possible for their patients. With access to the latest technologies and techniques, you'll have the tools and resources you need to delivery truly personalized and innovated solutions.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (CPO) in our Port Huron, MI location!

(Board Eligible considered - wil be required to become a CPO within the guidlines of ABC)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver quality orthotics, prosthetics, and professional services in relation to patient care.
• Formulate design of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Provide complete and accurate direction and guidance to technicians responsible for fabrication of orthoses and/or prosthesis for patients.
• Fabricate as needed to assure, quality, fit function, timely delivery, or responsiveness to individual patient need.
• Perform fitting, including static and dynamic alignments.
• Evaluate prosthetic/orthotic device on patient, adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work and perform outcome measures as appropriate.
• Instruct patient in use of device.
• Provide post-delivery service and adjustments for assigned patients.
• Specify information to administrative staff to conduct reimbursement activities.
• Maintain all patient charts and records of care and service, current and complete each day.
• Train Technicians, Residents, Fitters, and other Clinicians, as appropriate.
• Develop a referral and client base that will profitably contribute to the practice's capabilities to better serve patients, referral sources and employees.
• Market the organization's professional services, through the development of strong professional relationships with physicians, therapists, patients, and other referral sources.
• Achieve and maintain professional knowledge and technical skills required to perform all other primary responsibilities. This specifically includes current "state of the art" knowledge, procedures, components, and materials including application based on diagnosis.
• Identify and create improvements to processes to promote efficiency and productivity.
• Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare and other governmental regulations; compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• Comply with Corporate Compliance and HIPAA responsibilities.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s degree in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics
• Certification in good standing with the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics (ABC) or the Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC)
• In states where licensure is required, ability to obtain and maintain appropriate state licensure
• 3 or more years of experience in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics preferred
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with patients, vendors, suppliers, co‑workers, and management
• Strong ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team‑based environment
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks to completion
• Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze, and resolve problems and conflict
• Advanced computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and databases
• Valid driver’s license with no limitations and access to reliable transportation
• Note: This position requires a Fulltime CPO. BE Clinician considered - wil be required to become a CPO within the guidlines of ABC.
• Medical
• Vision
• Health savings accounts with employer contribution
• Flexible spending account options
• Company-paid life insurance policy
• Paid time off
• Company holidays
• Floating holidays
• 100% company-paid short & long-term disability

We believe in mutual respect, enjoyment at work, and a culture where everyone feels valued. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and welcome all applications - regardless of gender, age, nationality, disability, ethnic or social background, religion, or sexual orientation. We give special consideration to individuals with severe disabilities when equally qualified.

Your future at Ottobock

Ottobock's products and services in prosthetics and orthotics as well as human mobility and patient care ensure independence and quality of life when personal mobility is restricted. With over 9,000 employees in almost 60 countries, our company is the world market leader in technical orthopedics.

Your ideas and commitment will inspire your colleagues and staff, and will further the interests of Ottobock. Be part of a dynamic, growing company with flat hierarchies. We offer a richly diverse field of work, individual development opportunities and extensive qualification programs in our Ottobock Academy.