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

About the role

Hanger, Inc. is a leading provider of orthotic and prosthetic services and products. The Patient Care segment operates the largest network of O&P patient care clinics in the U.S., while the Products & Services segment distributes branded and private label O&P devices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians in evaluating and recommending prosthetic and/or orthotic services.
• Evaluate patient needs and formulate design of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
• Select materials, make cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts, ensuring the use of new techniques and materials.
• Perform fitting, including static and dynamic alignments, and adjust devices to ensure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work.
• Instruct patients on the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices and provide follow-up care.
• Identify and resolve issues to ensure patient satisfaction with devices provided.
• Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health care professionals.
• Utilize effective materials management, quality and performance processes to maximize device quality and medical efficacy.
• Meet with physicians, case managers, and other referral sources to review prosthetic and/or orthotic services and capabilities.
• Develop and enhance business relationships to identify and secure ongoing and future sources of referrals.
• Plan and implement strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets in coordination with management.
• Provide detailed clinical notes to patient records.
• Mentor residents or newly certified clinicians.
• Provide assistance to other clinical staff.
• Contribute to the development of strategies to improve patient care and outcomes.
• Participate in practice management and contribute to the growth and success of the clinic.

Requirements

• Current board certification in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics from the American Board for Certification (ABC) or the Board of Certification (BOC).
• Board-Eligibility in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics.
• A baccalaureate degree in prosthetics and/or orthotics, or the foreign equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license and driving record within the standards outlined within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures.
• The ability to obtain and maintain state licensure if required.
• Experience in providing prosthetic and/or orthotic services under the supervision of a certified clinician (if not certified).

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of biomechanics, pathomechanics, gait analysis, kinesiology, anatomy and physiology.
• Thorough understanding of componentry and its suitability and reliability for specific uses.
• Effective communication skills for accurate, concise, and organized oral and written presentation and reports to patient and staff.
• Active listening, reading and comprehension skills for analyzing reports, charts and correspondence.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships with physicians, therapists and patients.
• Effective organizational, time management and planning skills.
• Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift.
• Ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a work day.
• Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written direction.
• Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
• Ability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility.
• Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment and supplies for treatment.
• Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.

Skills

• Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Effective leadership and team-building skills.
• Proficiency in computer software relevant to the field.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Benefits

• Paid National Holidays & 4 additional Floating Holidays
• PTO that includes Vacation and Sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401k Savings and Retirement Plan
• Relocation Assistance
• Regional & National traveling CPO/CO/CP opportunities
• Volunteering for Local and National events such as Hanger’s BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest

Pay

$80,000.00 - $100,000.00/yearly + bonus + benefits. This pay range is posted to comply with Massachusetts State Law. Hanger salary ranges vary based on skill, ability, knowledge, geographic location and other variables.

Schedule

Flexible work schedules and part-time opportunities are available.