Clinical Care Provider - Pedorthist

Hanger, Inc.•San Diego, CA

4d•$25 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

The Clinical Care Provider-O&P is specifically trained and educated to provide prosthetic and orthotic care under the direction of a certified clinician. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management. Prosthetics and orthotics combines a unique blend of clinical and technical skills. The Clinical Care Provider-O&P evaluates patients and custom design, fabricate and fit prosthetics. They work with other members of the rehabilitation team, design with computers, and help change a patient's life providing a high level of customer service.

Requirements

High school diploma and minimum of four (4) years of experience providing orthotic and/or prosthetic services under the supervision of a certified clinician is required.
Thorough understanding of the principles of biomechanics, pathomechanics, gait analysis, kinesiology, anatomy and physiology.
Thorough understanding of componentry and its suitability and reliability for specific uses.
Thorough understanding of medical terminology.
Comprehensive understanding of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and kinesiology.
Proficient computer skills including Windows based office technologies, email, automated device design and patient documentation programs.
Effective communication skills for accurate, concise, and organized oral and written presentation and reports to patient and staff.
Ability to instruct clinical and non-clinical personnel and customers on objectives of patient care services.
Active listening, reading and comprehension skills for analyzing reports, charts and correspondence.
Ability to assess patient condition and advise physician on treatment options.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships with physicians, therapists and patients.
Ability to work effectively as a team member.
Effective organizational, time management and planning skills.

Nice To Haves

A baccalaureate degree in orthotics and/or prosthetics (or the foreign equivalent) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with physicians in the evaluation and analysis of a patient’s need for prosthetic or orthotic services; recommend treatment options to physicians when necessary.
Examine and evaluate patient's needs in relation to disease and functional loss.
Formulate design of prosthetic or orthopedic devices.
Perform fitting, including static and dynamic alignments.
Evaluate device on patient, adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work.
Instruct patient in use of device.
Identify and reconcile issues/problems to ensure patient satisfaction with devices provided.
Provide detailed clinical notes to patient records that support medical necessity.
Provide information to administrative staff to conduct reimbursement activities.
Provide follow-up with patients and physicians.
Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health care professionals.
Select materials, make cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts, taking into account new techniques and materials.
Utilize effective materials management, quality and performance processes to maximize device quality and medical efficacy, maintaining a proper balance with costs and operational/financial performance.
Meet with physicians, case managers and other referral sources to review services and capabilities; develop and enhance business relationships to identify and secure ongoing and future sources or referrals.
Responsible with manager to plan and implement strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets.
Provide assistance to other clinical staff.
Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare, HIPAA and, other governmental regulations; compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
Performs other duties or special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation Packages
8 Paid National Holidays & 4 additional Floating Holidays
PTO that includes Vacation and Sick time
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
401k Savings and Retirement Plan
Paid Parental Bonding Leave for New Parents
Flexible Work Schedules and Part-time Opportunities
Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
Mentorship Programs- Mentor and Mentee
Student Loan Repayment Assistance by Location
Relocation Assistance
Regional & National traveling CPO/CO/CP opportunities
Volunteering for Local and National events such as Hanger’s BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest