Orthotic Fitter
MUSC
Job Description Summary
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One:
Competitive compensation
31 days of Paid Time Off your first year
Affordable Medical Insurance
FREE Dental Insurance for Employees
Vision Insurance starting around $6/month
Employer-funded Retirement Contribution (5.15%) - no employee contribution required!
Additional 401(k), 403(b), and 457 retirement options
Tuition Assistance & Continuing Education
Career Advancement Opportunities
Employee Wellness Programs
Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Work for South Carolina’s #1 Academic Health System The Prosthetics & Orthotics (P&O) Fitter provides direct patient care by measuring, fitting, adjusting, and maintaining prosthetic and orthotic devices under the direction of a certified prosthetist/orthotist or licensed provider. Entity
MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type
Regular Cost Center
CC001858 MCP - MUSC Health Partners Administration Pay Rate Type
Hourly Pay Grade
Health-24 Scheduled Weekly Hours
40 Work Shift Job Description The Difference You’ll Make This is much more than fitting orthopedic devices. You’ll help patients: • Recover after surgery • Return to work • Stay active • Reduce pain • Improve mobility • Regain confidence • Live more independently Every patient who walks through our doors has a different journey-and you’ll be an essential part of helping them move forward.
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What You’ll Do As an Orthotic Fitter, you’ll work directly with patients and providers to deliver customized orthotic solutions that improve comfort, stability, and mobility. Your responsibilities may include: • Evaluating patients under physician direction to determine appropriate orthotic solutions • Measuring, fitting, adjusting, and modifying braces, splints, and orthopedic devices • Educating patients and caregivers on proper use, wear schedules, and maintenance • Collaborating with physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and rehabilitation teams • Monitoring patient progress and making adjustments to optimize comfort and function • Maintaining accurate documentation while providing exceptional patient-centered care
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Who We’re Looking For We’re searching for someone who is: Passionate about improving lives Compassionate and patient-focused Detail-oriented Collaborative Motivated by meaningful patient outcomes Committed to delivering outstanding service and clinical excellence
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Why MUSC Health? At MUSC Health, you’ll join an organization where innovation, education, and compassionate care come together to improve lives across South Carolina. You’ll work with highly respected providers, cutting-edge technology, and multidisciplinary teams that value collaboration, professional development, and excellence in patient care. MUSC provides comprehensive employee benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a mission centered on changing what’s possible in healthcare.
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Experience Charleston’s Incredible Lifestyle Located in West Ashley, you’ll enjoy living just minutes from historic downtown Charleston, beautiful beaches, award-winning dining, waterfront parks, and one of the Southeast’s most desirable places to live. Build an exceptional career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. Additional Job Description Minimum Education, Experience & Certification Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent • Completion of an orthotic/prosthetic fitter training program or equivalent clinical experience • Ability to accurately measure and fit orthotic and/or prosthetic devices • Basic knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, and medical terminology • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to perform hands-on clinical fitting activities Preferred Qualifications • Certified Orthotic Fitter (COF) and/or Certified Prosthetic Fitter (CPF) • Experience in a hospital, outpatient clinic, rehabilitation, or academic medical center setting • Experience working with amputee populations or complex orthotic cases • Familiarity with electronic medical record systems Join a Team That’s Changing Lives Every Day Every fitting creates new possibilities. Every patient deserves the chance to move with confidence. Every day is an opportunity to make a lasting difference. If you’re ready to help patients regain mobility, independence, and hope, we invite you to apply today and become part of the MUSC Health team. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Exceptional Benefits Starting Day One:
Competitive compensation
31 days of Paid Time Off your first year
Affordable Medical Insurance
FREE Dental Insurance for Employees
Vision Insurance starting around $6/month
Employer-funded Retirement Contribution (5.15%) - no employee contribution required!
Additional 401(k), 403(b), and 457 retirement options
Tuition Assistance & Continuing Education
Career Advancement Opportunities
Employee Wellness Programs
Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Work for South Carolina’s #1 Academic Health System The Prosthetics & Orthotics (P&O) Fitter provides direct patient care by measuring, fitting, adjusting, and maintaining prosthetic and orthotic devices under the direction of a certified prosthetist/orthotist or licensed provider. Entity
MUSC Community Physicians (MCP) Worker Type
Employee Worker Sub-Type
Regular Cost Center
CC001858 MCP - MUSC Health Partners Administration Pay Rate Type
Hourly Pay Grade
Health-24 Scheduled Weekly Hours
40 Work Shift Job Description The Difference You’ll Make This is much more than fitting orthopedic devices. You’ll help patients: • Recover after surgery • Return to work • Stay active • Reduce pain • Improve mobility • Regain confidence • Live more independently Every patient who walks through our doors has a different journey-and you’ll be an essential part of helping them move forward.
⸻
What You’ll Do As an Orthotic Fitter, you’ll work directly with patients and providers to deliver customized orthotic solutions that improve comfort, stability, and mobility. Your responsibilities may include: • Evaluating patients under physician direction to determine appropriate orthotic solutions • Measuring, fitting, adjusting, and modifying braces, splints, and orthopedic devices • Educating patients and caregivers on proper use, wear schedules, and maintenance • Collaborating with physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and rehabilitation teams • Monitoring patient progress and making adjustments to optimize comfort and function • Maintaining accurate documentation while providing exceptional patient-centered care
⸻
Who We’re Looking For We’re searching for someone who is: Passionate about improving lives Compassionate and patient-focused Detail-oriented Collaborative Motivated by meaningful patient outcomes Committed to delivering outstanding service and clinical excellence
⸻
Why MUSC Health? At MUSC Health, you’ll join an organization where innovation, education, and compassionate care come together to improve lives across South Carolina. You’ll work with highly respected providers, cutting-edge technology, and multidisciplinary teams that value collaboration, professional development, and excellence in patient care. MUSC provides comprehensive employee benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a mission centered on changing what’s possible in healthcare.
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Experience Charleston’s Incredible Lifestyle Located in West Ashley, you’ll enjoy living just minutes from historic downtown Charleston, beautiful beaches, award-winning dining, waterfront parks, and one of the Southeast’s most desirable places to live. Build an exceptional career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. Additional Job Description Minimum Education, Experience & Certification Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent • Completion of an orthotic/prosthetic fitter training program or equivalent clinical experience • Ability to accurately measure and fit orthotic and/or prosthetic devices • Basic knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, and medical terminology • Strong interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to perform hands-on clinical fitting activities Preferred Qualifications • Certified Orthotic Fitter (COF) and/or Certified Prosthetic Fitter (CPF) • Experience in a hospital, outpatient clinic, rehabilitation, or academic medical center setting • Experience working with amputee populations or complex orthotic cases • Familiarity with electronic medical record systems Join a Team That’s Changing Lives Every Day Every fitting creates new possibilities. Every patient deserves the chance to move with confidence. Every day is an opportunity to make a lasting difference. If you’re ready to help patients regain mobility, independence, and hope, we invite you to apply today and become part of the MUSC Health team. If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:
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