Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (CPO) or Certified Orthotist (CO) (Spine)

Gillette Children's•St Paul, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Gillette Children's is seeking a full-time (1.0 FTE) Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (CPO) or CO to join our team. The focus for this position is Spine and is based within our hospital location. This position entails no on-call or weekend requirements. Purpose of Position: Evaluates, casts, measures, designs, fabricates, and fits all types and complexities of orthoses/ prostheses for patients resulting in a comfortable fit and a cosmetically acceptable device that fulfills prescription treatment requirements. Acts as a resource to students and individuals in residency programs. Specific duties are determined by the work setting or patient population served; however, in all positions, serving patients with challenging and complex conditions requires a concentration of specialized staff able to work in highly coordinated teams. We organize care around each patient’s condition which requires staff at multiple levels and across many departments to exhibit exceptional teamwork qualities including communicating efficiently and effectively and adopting the behaviors required for high functioning integrated teams.

Requirements

Valid Minnesota O & P License. Individuals new to MN licensure may begin employment in a license eligible status under the supervision of another licensed CO or CPO, as allowable by law. Must obtain MN license within 90 days of hire.
To be eligible for MN licensure, this position must also meet certification requirements of either the American Board for Certification (ABC) in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics or the Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) and be in good standing with the certifying board.
Current CPR certification (BLS through American Heart Association) required, or must obtain certification within 90-days of hire

Nice To Haves

Excellent hand and power tool skills
Creative technical problem solving ability
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability and willingness to conduct educational meetings within the department and community

Responsibilities

Evaluates, casts, measures, designs, fabricates, and fits all types and complexities of orthoses/ prostheses for patients resulting in a comfortable fit and a cosmetically acceptable device that fulfills prescription treatment requirements.
Acts as a resource to students and individuals in residency programs.
Independently evaluates and provides orthoses/prostheses to patients of all ages according to department quality standards.
Provides evaluation information - MMT, ROM, etc.
Provides device specifics – Product type, style, and details.
Provides teaching and education information to patients and families.
Works directly with physicians, therapists, and other health care professionals.
Collaborates with healthcare team to determine appropriate intervention and evaluate that set goals have been met.
Makes adjustments and repairs to orthoses/prostheses by utilizing proper materials, equipment, and methods.
Accesses tools and machinery commonly used in the O&P industry to accommodate changes and improve function and comfort.