Orthotic Fitter

Job Profile Summary

Under the direction of the Certified Orthotic Fitter, assist with fitting prefabricated medical braces on customers to ensure ordered support and safety. Assist with necessary changes/adjustments to the devices to keep them in good working condition. Gathers patient information and authorizations, creates sales orders and assists in inventory maintenance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Must obtain orthotic fitter certification within 18 months of hire.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Two (2) years of experience in orthotic fitting.

OR

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Certified Athletic Trainer OR Certified Physical Therapy Assistant OR Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant OR Certified Medical Assistant.

2. Must obtain orthotic fitter certification within 18 months of hire.

OR

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare or related field.

2. Must obtain orthotic fitter certification within 18 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

1. Two (2) years’ experience in home medical equipment and patient care or athletic training.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Assist with fitting and delivery of prefabricated orthotic devices and/or soft goods.

2. Provides professional customer service and appropriate patient education. Represents the company in a positive manner at all times.

3. Will not provide care and services to unstable cervical or spine conditions. Will not provide acute treatment of long bone fractures and dislocations.

4. Assist with patient assessment, formulation of a plan for care and discussion of any follow up needs.

5. Assist with patient fitting and instruction with off the shelf orthotic devices as prescribed as well as ancillary durable medical equipment products.

6 Obtains patient demographics and authorizations as necessary prior to fitting the patients’ orthotic devices and follows through with computer entry as directed. Create and completes sales orders. Obtains patients authorization and signatures.

7. Communicates effectively with referral for any additional information.

8. Assists in ordering and maintaining inventory and inventory records.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Sedentary physical demand levels with frequent sitting in offices or meetings operating computers, printers, scanners, telephones and other office equipment.

2. Stand and walks around the office and the organization provide services and attend meetings.

3. Occasional lifting, carrying, pulling and holding up to a light range (10-20lbs).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. May be exposed to fluctuating temperatures.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to think critically.

2. Ability to be a team player.

3. Ability to demonstrate great interpersonal skills.

4. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

5. Ability to demonstrate ownership and accountability.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Orthopedics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime

Experience:

• orthotic fitter: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Athletic Trainer (Preferred)
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred)
• Occupational Therapy Assistant License (Preferred)
• medical assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person