Certified Orthotist

Orthotic Specialist

Evaluates patients and develops individualized orthotic treatment plans based on physician referrals, medical history, and physical assessment. Designs, fits, adjusts, and maintains orthotic devices to ensure comfort and function while educating patients on proper use. Collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals and provides guidance and training to staff, students, and community groups.

Schedule: 40-hours per week

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review Physician's referral, patient's condition and medical records to determine appropriate orthotic management.
• Obtains history and subjective components of the evaluation.
• Observes posture, position, and palpates anatomical structures.
• Plans and prepares written treatment plan based on evaluation of patient data.
• Select materials and components and make cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts using measuring equipment.
• Evaluate devices on patients and make adjustments to ensure fit, function, comfort, and quality; and instruct patients in use of orthopedic devices.
• Repairs and maintains orthopedic devices by using hand tools.
• Records general makeup of device, provided education material, quality of fit, and patients response to administration of device in patient's chart or enters information into computer.
• Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in orthotic management, and integrate orthotics with other aspects of patient's health care.
• Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants, technicians, and other orthotic and prosthetic professionals.
• Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on orthotics and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups.
• Coordinates activities with other clinic locations.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals. Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions. Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals. Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certification and Licensure

License to practice Orthotics and or Prosthetics in Illinois, Wisconsin, or both if required. CPR certification

Skills and Abilities

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of PHS, HBO, ChartView Database software, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook software. Other Skills and Abilities: Attends continuing education programs, may be required to work flexible hours, may be required to work in other locations.

Special Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Level of Supervision

Some independent judgment is required, but alternatives are limited by standard practices or procedures.

Supervises

This job has no supervisory responsibilities

Pay Range:

$64,012.06 - $102,419.20

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated care across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women