Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist

Summit Orthopedics•Vadnais Heights, MN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the significance each member of the Summit Family has as they impact one another and our patients on a daily basis. Be part of a patient-first environment that lives into our values of: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Stewardship and Innovation and a place where staff members feel respected and find a strong sense of purpose in their roles, contributing to a familial atmosphere characterized by mutual respect and enjoyment. The Certified Orthotist/ Prosthetist measures, designs, fabricates, fits or services orthoses/prosthesis and assists in the formulation of the order of the orthoses/prosthesis as ordered by a licensed physician for the support or correction of disabilities caused by neuro-musculoskeletal disease, injuries or deformities. This is a full-time position based at our Vadnais Heights Campus. Monday - Friday schedule of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (schedule subject to change). Must be flexible to float to other Summit campuses as needed, specifically Eagan, Woodbury and Plymouth. Directs patient care including patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan and implementation of treatment plan, follow up and practice management within a Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist scope of practice. Consults with or refers treatment to other health care professionals, as necessary. Fits, fabricates, adjusts or modifies devices which reflect his/her level of training. Provides Durable Medical Equipment that would include but is not limited to, cold compression therapy units, bone stimulators, walkers, crutches, and canes. Provides patient education and instruction and utilizes follow-up treatment plans that ensure appropriate outcomes. Applies ethical coding concepts and billing procedures, as well as standard practices in patient record keeping and documentation. Assists insurance authorizations, letters of medical necessity and any other medical documentation required for insurance coverage. Other duties and special projects, as assigned. Summit's hiring range for this position is $74,592 to $93,240 per year. The hired candidate may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, differentials and/or deferred compensation. In addition to our base salary, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that aligns with our vision of leading a healthy and active lifestyle. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off and 401(k)/profit sharing retirement plan. If you are hired at Summit, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and internal equity. Summit Orthopedics provides the Twin Cities, Greater Minnesota and Western Wisconsin with the full spectrum of orthopedic care including sub-specialty clinics, walk-in care at our Orthopedic Urgent Care clinics, imaging, bracing, therapy, surgery, and post-surgical stays at our Care Suites. Our expert team of physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers and therapists are part of the 1100+ employees who partner to provide quality care designed to support a healthier, more active lifestyle. Summit Orthopedics is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of federal, state and local governing boards and/or agencies.

Responsibilities

Measures, designs, fabricates, fits or services orthoses/prosthesis
Assists in the formulation of the order of the orthoses/prosthesis as ordered by a licensed physician for the support or correction of disabilities caused by neuro-musculoskeletal disease, injuries or deformities
Directs patient care including patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan and implementation of treatment plan, follow up and practice management within a Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist scope of practice
Consults with or refers treatment to other health care professionals, as necessary
Fits, fabricates, adjusts or modifies devices which reflect his/her level of training
Provides Durable Medical Equipment that would include but is not limited to, cold compression therapy units, bone stimulators, walkers, crutches, and canes
Provides patient education and instruction and utilizes follow-up treatment plans that ensure appropriate outcomes
Applies ethical coding concepts and billing procedures, as well as standard practices in patient record keeping and documentation
Assists insurance authorizations, letters of medical necessity and any other medical documentation required for insurance coverage
Other duties and special projects, as assigned