Prosthetics and Orthotics- Orthotic Fitter
Company: University of Virginia Physicians Group
Location: Petersburg
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Prosthetics and Orthotics Technician Fitters fit standard braces
and orthopedic devices to patients, including shoe inserts and
pre-fabricated orthoses. They are contributing to the patient
experience by ensuring timely, safe, and efficient services and
patient education on device. Prosthetics and Orthotics Technician
Fitters work under the supervision of senior-level and certified
practitioners. Assist in obtaining proper documentation and
insurance information for services provided.Make appropriate
tracings and measurements, and keep charted records of materials
used and any adjustments or changes made. Provide detailed clinical
notes on patient records.Perform routine maintenance and simple
modifications under direct supervision of practitioners.Collaborate
with orthotic practitioners in the evaluation and analysis of a
patient's need for orthotic services.Perform fitting, and execute
minor modifications as necessary.Evaluate the performance of
orthotic device on patients, adjusting to ensure fit, function,
medical efficacy, and quality of work.Instruct patients in the use
of orthopedic device. Provide follow-up information with patients
and physicians.Identify and reconcile issues or problems to ensure
patient satisfaction with devices provided.In addition to the above
job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. MINIMUM
REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Associate's or bachelor's degree is preferred.Experience: Two years
of direct patient care in a related position such as an athletic
trainer, cast technician, physical therapy assistant, certified
medical assistant, certified nursing assistant. Must have strong
verbal and written communication skills, knowledge of basic anatomy
and physiology, knowledge of safe use of hand and power tools, and
the ability to interact with patients in a healthcare environment.
Must have knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and
electronic medical records, Epic preferred.Licensure: Certification
as a Certified Orthotic Fitter is required within 1-2 years of
hire. Orthotic Fitter - Overview (abcop.org) PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stands on tile over concrete to complete some tasks during each
day. Bending, kneeling, light lifting, helping patients. Use of
hand tools and possibly some power tools. COVID Vaccination
Requirement and Guidelines Please visit the UVA COVID-19 Job
Requirements and Guidelines webpage prior to applying for current
information regarding vaccination requirements---and---guidelines
for employment at UVA. The University of Virginia, including the
UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools
of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore
Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the
diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is
excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives
and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative
action employers. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to age, color,
disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national
or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex
(including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and
family medical or genetic information.
Keywords: University of Virginia Physicians Group, Richmond , Prosthetics and Orthotics- Orthotic Fitter, Other , Petersburg, Virginia
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