Orthotic Assistant

Sanford Health • Fargo, ND

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 position maintains a high standard of patient safety, requires self-motivation and initiative, and involves building productive working relationships within and outside the employee’s area. Other related duties may be performed as requested.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Working toward or willing 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.
• Complete schooling necessary to pass certification exams and become a Certified Orthotic Assistant.
• Manage a patient schedule independently after becoming qualified.
• Maintain high standards of patient safety and identify common patient safety risks and how to avoid them.
• Seek out work, use initiative, and accomplish goals.
• 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