Certified Orthotist

JOB REQUIREMENTS: OVERVIEW Evaluates patients and develops individualized orthotic treatment plans based on physician referrals, medical history, and physical assessment. Designs, fits, adjusts, and maintains orthotic devices to ensure comfort and function while educating patients on proper use. Collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals and provides guidance and training to staff, students, and community groups. SCHEDULE: 40-hours per week ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Review Physician's referral, patient's condition and medical records to determine appropriate orthotic management. Obtains history and subjective components of the evaluation. Observes posture, position, and palpates anatomical structures. Plans and prepares written treatment plan based on evaluation of patient data. Select materials and components and make cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts using measuring equipment. Evaluate devices on patients and make adjustments to ensure fit, function, comfort, and quality; and instruct patients in use of orthopedic devices. Repairs and maintains orthopedic devices by using hand tools. Records general makeup of device, provided education material, quality of fit, and patients response to administration of device in patient's chart or enters information into computer. Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in orthotic management, and integrate orthotics with other aspects of patient's health care. Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants, technicians, and other orthotic and prosthetic professionals. Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on orthotics and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups. Coordinates activities with other clinic locations. CULTURE OF EXCELLENCE BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals. Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions. Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and... For full info follow application link. EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action Plans. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/8BBD3B127397467E