Orthotic Assistant

Sanford Health • Bemidji, MN

7d • $18 - $29

About The Position

Provides customers with orthotic care under the clinical supervision of certified clinical staff to restore physiological function and/or cosmesis. The employee works and trains under certified staff and completes the schooling necessary to pass certification exams and become a Certified Orthotic Assistant, enabling independent management of a patient schedule. The role maintains a high standard of patient safety and may include other related duties as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working toward, or willingness to work toward, the schooling necessary to become certified as an Orthotic Assistant through the Board of Certification/Accreditation, International (BOC) or the American Board of Certification (ABC).
• Depending on the department, a current valid driver’s license and meeting all Sanford Health Category III driver medical guidelines may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a health-related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide orthotic care under the clinical supervision of certified clinical staff.
• Work and train under certified staff and complete the schooling necessary to pass certification exams and become a Certified Orthotic Assistant.
• Manage a patient schedule independently after certification.
• Maintain high standards of patient safety and identify common organizational patient safety risks and ways to avoid them.
• Establish and maintain productive working relationships within and outside the employee’s area.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED