Orthotic Fitter, Certified

Hanger, Inc.•Fremont, CA

7d•$26 - $30

About The Position

Orthotic fitters provide independent patient care by providing and adjusting off-the-shelf and prefabricated orthoses within the ABC Scope of Practice. A certified fitter may be privileged to work under the indirect supervision of a certified orthotist on projects of moderate complexity or of a custom nature. They monitor patients over time and make necessary changes to keep devices in good condition. Depending on operational requirements, clinic size, and applicable state or local law, the role may include examining and evaluating patient needs related to disease and functional loss; fitting and adjusting orthotic devices; educating patients; documenting care; supporting reimbursement activities; and coordinating follow-up with patients and physicians. The role also involves training healthcare professionals, assisting clinical staff, and complying with safety and regulatory requirements. Hanger describes its mission as empowering human potential and providing superior patient care, outcomes, services, and value through orthotic and prosthetic services and products.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current certification as a Certified Fitter or Orthotics, such as American Board Certified (ABC).
Must have or be eligible to obtain a valid driver’s license and have a driving record within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures standards.
Demonstrated ability to fit and deliver non-custom orthotic devices, including cervical orthoses requiring no more than minor modification, pressure gradient hose, trusses, non-complex prefabricated spinal orthoses, and prefabricated upper- and lower-extremity orthoses, excluding those used to treat bone fractures.
Thorough understanding of medical terminology.
Effective oral and written communication skills for accurate, concise, organized presentations and reports to patients and staff.
Ability to instruct clinical and non-clinical personnel and customers on patient care service objectives.
Active listening, reading, and comprehension skills for analyzing reports, charts, and correspondence.
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.
Demonstrate integrity by being honest, transparent, and respectful.
Keep patients at the center of care and build lifelong trust.
Foster open collaboration and constructive dialogue.
Continuously innovate solutions and respond to change.
Focus on superior outcomes and calibrate work processes for outstanding results.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.

Responsibilities

Examine and evaluate patients’ needs in relation to disease and functional loss.
Perform independent patient care for devices within the role’s scope of practice.
Evaluate orthotic devices on patients and adjust them to ensure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work.
Instruct patients in the use of orthotic devices.
Identify and resolve issues or problems to support patient satisfaction with devices provided.
Provide detailed clinical notes in patient records.
Provide information to administrative staff to support reimbursement activities.
Follow up with patients and physicians.
Provide in-service training to physicians and allied healthcare professionals.
Assist other clinical staff.
Follow safety regulations and comply with Medicare, HIPAA, governmental regulations, bloodborne pathogen requirements, and OSHA requirements.
Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.