Orthotist & Prosthetist-CPO (Temporary)

Loma Linda University Health • Loma Linda, CA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary position through 01/31/2027. The Orthotist and Prosthetist-Comprehensive Prosthetics and Orthotics (CPO) provides patient medical care by following the written orders of a physician for Orthotic and Prosthetic (O/P) treatment or device application, utilizes non-certified staff, assists in the fabrication of O/P devices, documents per Joint Commission, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), American Board Certified (ABC), and third-party payor requirements, submits accurate and timely billing, is knowledgeable about revenue cycle, attends clinics and provides in-services. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in prosthetics and orthotics and minimum five years of experience in orthotics and prosthetics required.
• Or Master's Degree in orthotics and prosthetics with two year residency in orthotics and prosthetics required.
• Experience with Computer-aided Design/Computer-aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM), (OmegaCAD, ShapeMaker, and Solid works).
• Experience in computer programming.
• A working knowledge of 3D printing is an essential skill of the ideal CPO clinician.
• Able to read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction.
• Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.
• Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances through touch.
• American Board of Certification (ABC) in Orthotics AND Prosthetics is required.
• Valid driver's license required at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides patient medical care by following the written orders of a physician for Orthotic and Prosthetic (O/P) treatment or device application.
• Utilizes non-certified staff.
• Assists in the fabrication of O/P devices.
• Documents per Joint Commission, Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), American Board Certified (ABC), and third-party payor requirements.
• Submits accurate and timely billing.
• Is knowledgeable about revenue cycle.
• Attends clinics and provides in-services.
• Performs other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level