Certified Prosthetist and/ or Orthotist Clinician (CPO, CO, CP, Board Eligible)

Why Us? With a mantra of Empowering Human Potential, Hanger, Inc. is the world’s premier provider of orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) services and products. Hanger’s Patient Care segment is the largest owner and operator of O&P patient‑care clinics nationwide, and its Products & Services segment distributes branded and private‑label O&P devices, products, and components. With 160 years of clinical excellence and innovation, Hanger’s vision is to lead the orthotic and prosthetic markets by providing superior patient care, outcomes, services, and value.

About the role

Join the Bellaire, Texas team as a Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist in a fast‑paced, high‑volume clinic serving a diverse patient population. The position emphasizes pediatric care and upper‑extremity prosthetics, with a collaborative partnership with Texas Children’s Hospital. No on‑call responsibilities provide a healthy work‑life balance while you grow alongside a supportive, experienced team in one of Houston’s vibrant communities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians to evaluate patient needs for prosthetic and/or orthotic services and recommend treatment options.
• Examine and evaluate patient needs related to disease and functional loss.
• Design prosthetic and/or orthotic devices, select materials, make cast measurements, and modify models.
• Perform fittings, including static and dynamic alignments.
• Evaluate devices on patients, adjust for fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality.
• Instruct patients in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Identify and resolve issues to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Provide follow‑up care with patients and physicians.
• Deliver in‑service training to physicians and allied health professionals.
• Utilize materials management, quality, and performance processes to balance device quality, efficacy, and cost.
• Meet with physicians, case managers, and referral sources to review services and develop business relationships.
• Plan and implement strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets in coordination with management.
• Document detailed clinical notes in patient records.
• Mentor residents or newly certified clinicians, when applicable.
• Assist other clinical staff and provide information for reimbursement activities.
• Adhere to safety regulations, Medicare and governmental requirements, and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.
• May be asked to perform on‑call, hospital calls, or float between multiple Hanger clinic locations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current board certification in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics from the American Board for Certification (ABC) or the Board of Certification (BOC), or a baccalaureate degree in prosthetics and/or orthotics (or foreign equivalent) with current ABC board‑eligibility.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record meeting Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
• Ability to obtain and maintain state licensure where required.
• Consideration given to candidates certified in one discipline who wish to treat patients in that discipline while completing residency in the other.
• Consideration given to candidates without certification or board‑eligibility who have at least five years of supervised prosthetic and/or orthotic experience.

Additional Success Factors

• Thorough understanding of biomechanics, pathomechanics, gait analysis, kinesiology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Deep knowledge of componentry suitability and reliability.
• Strong grasp of medical terminology.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to instruct clinical and non‑clinical personnel and customers.
• Active listening, reading, and comprehension for analyzing reports and correspondence.
• Capability to assess patient condition and advise physicians on treatment options.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for building professional relationships with physicians, therapists, and patients.
• Team‑oriented work style.
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and planning abilities.
• Integrity, honesty, transparency, and respect in all relationships.
• Patient‑centered focus, fostering lifelong trust.
• Open collaboration and constructive dialogue.
• Continuous innovation and adaptability to change.
• Focus on superior outcomes and process excellence.

Physical Abilities

• Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques, frequently lifting up to 50 lb unassisted.
• Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach continuously throughout the workday.
• Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient for accurate record‑keeping and reading directions.
• Auditory ability to understand and give directions.
• Capability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility.
• Fine motor skills for scheduling, preparing patients, equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in accordance with state labor laws.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages.
• 8 paid national holidays plus 4 additional floating holidays.
• PTO that includes vacation and sick time.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) 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.
• Volunteer opportunities for local and national events such as Hanger’s BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest.