Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (St. Louis, MO)

ottobock•Des Peres, MO

51d

About The Position

P&O Care has served patients in Illinois and Missouri for decades. Known for our personal touch, clinical expertise, and community involvement, we've built a reputation for care that goes beyond the device. Today, as part of Ottobock.care, we continue that legacy—combining the strength of a global innovator with the relationships and responsiveness of a local clinic. This next step deepens our commitment to delivering exceptional orthotic and prosthetic care to the communities we serve. At Ottobock.care, we’re dedicated to creating an environment where advanced technology meets compassionate care. Since joining the Ottobock.care network, P&O Care clinics have experienced meaningful improvements that bring added value to both patients and staff including access to avanced prosthetic & orthotic technologies, expert collaboration across a global network, and an enhanced patient journey & seamless experience. We have an exciting opportunity for Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (CPO) or Board Eligilble in St. Louis, MO!

Requirements

Advanced computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and databases.
Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing and to work effectively with a wide range of people, including vendors, suppliers, co-workers, and management.
Ability to work collaboratively and participate in a team approach.
Possess excellent organizational and time management skills by prioritizing and managing multiple tasks to completion.
Anticipates, identifies, analyzes, and resolves conflict and problems.
A valid driver’s license with no limitations operating a motor vehicle; must have a reliable vehicle.
Bachelor’s Degree OR Master’s in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics.
Certified by The American Board for Certification in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics (ABC) or Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC). Certification must be in good standing.
In states where licensure is required, the ability to obtain and maintain state licensure may be required as well.
3+ years experience in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver quality orthotics, prosthetics, and professional services in relation to patient care.
Formulate design of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
Provide complete and accurate direction and guidance to technicians responsible for fabrication of orthoses and/or prosthesis for patients.
Fabricate as needed to assure, quality, fit function, timely delivery, or responsiveness to individual patient need.
Perform fitting, including static and dynamic alignments.
Evaluate prosthetic/orthotic device on patient, adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work and perform outcome measures as appropriate.
Instruct patient in use of device.
Provide post-delivery service and adjustments for assigned patients.
Specify information to administrative staff to conduct reimbursement activities.
Maintain all patient charts and records of care and service, current and complete each day.
Train Technicians, Residents, Fitters, and other Clinicians, as appropriate.
Develop a referral and client base that will profitably contribute to the practice's capabilities to better serve patients, referral sources and employees.
Market the organization's professional services, through the development of strong professional relationships with physicians, therapists, patients, and other referral sources.
Achieve and maintain professional knowledge and technical skills required to perform all other primary responsibilities. This specifically includes current "state of the art" knowledge, procedures, components, and materials including application based on diagnosis.
Identify and create improvements to processes to promote efficiency and productivity.
Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare and other governmental regulations; compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
Comply with Corporate Compliance and HIPAA responsibilities.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Will support other clinics as needed.