Staff Orthotist

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 74,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Prosthetist-Orthotist at University of Rochester evaluates, designs, fabricates, and fits prosthetic and orthotic devices to improve mobility and quality of life. This 100% clinical role involves patient assessments, treatment planning, implementation, and follow-up care across inpatient and outpatient settings.

You will work with the health care team to ensure patient outcomes, optimize device alignment, and educate patients and families on device use and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Bachelor’s program or post-graduate certificate in orthotics and prosthetics.
• 0-3 years of experience preferred.
• ABC Certified in Prosthetics and Orthotics upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Design, fabricate, and fit prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Assess gait and alignment to optimize function.
• Educate patients and families on device use and compliance.
• Collaborate with health care team to achieve outcomes.
• Ensure safety and quality control throughout fabrication.

Skills

Patient assessment

Device design

Fabrication

Fitting

Follow-up care

Education

Bachelor's degree in orthotics and prosthetics

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address)

10 Miracle Mile Dr, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening

Worker Subtype: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Department: 500280 Orthotics and Prosthetics

Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)

Range: UR URCA 214

Compensation Range: $73,528.00 - $99,257.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities

The Prosthetist-Orthotist is responsible for evaluating, designing, fabricating, and fitting prosthetic and orthotic devices to enhance patient mobility and quality of life. This role involves patient assessment, treatment planning, implementation, and follow-up care while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Fulfills all performance criteria of the Resident Orthotist. Role is 100% clinical care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ability to work independently across inpatient and outpatient settings without direct supervision on the majority of cases. Demonstrates competence with assigned patients
• Assess and evaluate patient needs by integrating medical history, physical examination, observation, and patient input.
• Communicate with patients to understand expectations and guide realistic, effective prescriptions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and protocols based on clinical findings and data analysis.
• Educate patients, families, and healthcare professionals on the use, benefits, and limitations of devices to support informed decisions and compliance.
• Evaluate a patient's gait by visual observation in order to achieve optimum prosthetic or orthotic function.
• Achieve optimum alignment of patient's prosthetic/orthotic device by evaluation of the sagittal, transverse and coronal planes in order to provide maximum function.
• Demonstrate the solution to a patient's prosthetic/orthotic problem by appropriate evaluation in order to achieve proper function
• Analyze measurement data to guide appropriate clinical procedures.
• Select suitable materials and components to meet patient-specific functional and durability needs.
• Inspect devices to ensure compliance with prescribed standards and correct any deficiencies.
• Implement quality control checks throughout fabrication to reduce errors and improve outcomes.
• Adhere to safety protocols when handling lab materials and equipment to maintain a safe work environment.
• Works collaboratively with the health care team to achieve patient outcomes.
• Collaborates with Resident Orthotist-Prosthetists
• Contributes to achievement of department goals through continuous performance improvement.
• Demonstrates and promotes the Strong Commitment values and behaviors.

Other duties as assigned: Performs other tasks as directed.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Completion of an accredited Bachelors program or post-graduate certificate program in orthotics and prosthetics required
• Candidate has 0-3 years of experience preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Hands‑on experience in patient assessment, device design, fabrication, fitting, and follow‑up care required
• Knowledge of current industry standards, materials, and technologies required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• ABC Certified in Prosthetics and Orthotics upon hire

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non‑discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.