Certified Pedorthist - Foot Companion

Be part of a health care environment and help individuals suffering from foot pain and discomfort. We are looking for someone who exhibits care and empathy. We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible.

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9 am - 5 pm

40 hours/week.

Compensation: Full time

Benefits: Sick time accrued with hours. Vacation Health Insurance after 60 days of employment.
Job description
Pedorthists are certified health care professionals who are trained to fabricate, fit, adjust and modify devices on patients that prevent painful or even disabling conditions of the foot or ankle. The pedorthist will identify the specific cause or pain of the patient’s condition, perform x-rays or other examinations to inspect the issue, and use the information to design a device for the patient to wear that will help hold their foot and ankle into the proper positions to help heal it back to the natural working state over time. Pedorthists observe bone structure, ankle joints, nerves, circulation and even skin conditions to determine what needs to be done to the patient. Once they have assessed the problem, they will also design a treatment and physical therapy plan for the patient to help get their foot and ankle healing quickly and efficiently.Read more: Pedorthist Job Description, Career as a Pedorthist, Salary, Employment - Definition and Nature of the Work, Education and Training .

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

Patient Care: Fitting patient for therapeutic footwear, custom shoes, diabetic shoes, custom orthotics and AFO braces.

To design, fabricate, write specifications and fit orthoses and shoes from the ankle to the toe, including some prostheses as required of patients with congenital deformities and disabling conditions of the foot.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential: * Examine and evaluate patient orthotic needs in relation to disease and functional muscle loss. * Examine and measure foot for factors affecting the fitting of orthoses. * Determine type, design and specifications of the orthoses to be made. * Fabricate and fit orthoses in consultation with physicians and patients. * Select the materials necessary to fabricate foot orthoses. * Provide instruction to patients in the proper use and care of the foot orthoses. * May advise on the quality of foot orthoses fit by other Pedorthists. * May coordinate the rehabilitation activities as it relates to foot care, with the medical staff and other health care disciplines. * May evaluate and treat the more complex, specialized foot patients referred to the unit. * May conduct special projects and research directed toward contributing new methods or designs to the field of pedorthics. * Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.

RELATED DUTIES Perform other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED General supervision is received from the Director of Clinical/Technical Services or other designated officials. Functional supervision may be received by certified Orthotists and Prosthetists.

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $45,000.00 to $65,000.00 /year depending on experience

Application questions
You have requested that really ask candidates the following questions:

• How many years of Pedorthic experience do you have?
• Do you have the following license or certification: Pedorthic?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Roanoke, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location