Orthotist Prosthetist Certified DME

Education

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics; Master’s degree preferred.
• Must be licensed by the Arkansas Board for Orthotics and Prosthetics.
• ABCOP or BOC Certification for Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics required.

Training and Experience

• Three (3) or more years of work experience with Durable Medical Equipment.
• Knowledge of prefabricated orthotics is strongly preferred.

Job Knowledge

• Must have a complete understanding of diagnoses, orthotic prescription, measurement, fitting and follow up of all types of orthotic devices.
• Must have excellent communication skills and be highly organized.

Safety Sensitive

Safety Sensitive: YES

In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety sensitive” position.

Description

• The Certified Orthotist / Prosthetist will work directly with Physicians, therapists, and all health and allied health professionals to design, measure, fit and provide follow up care for patients referred for care.
• He or she must be self-directed, able to multi-task, pay close attention to detail, and have excellent interpersonal / customer service skills.