What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthotist position at Geisinger?
- Assesses the patient’s condition and determines the needed treatment.
- Elicits the patient’s interpretation of his current situation and his and her expected outcome for the orthosis.
- Communicates with the prescribing physician to clarify the expectations for the orthosis and detail the design options available to achieve the desired outcome.
- Formulates a comprehensive treatment plan based on input from the prescribing physician, patient and family, therapist, and other rehabilitation team members.
- Discusses this plan with all involved.
- Selects the appropriate prefabricated orthosis or design a custom orthosis to provide the prescribed outcome to alleviate patient’s limitations and enhance patient’s functioning.
- Measures and casts patient.
- Corrects and modifies positive molds and provide complete design specifications for the orthosis to the central fabrication lab.
- Fits patient with completed orthosis.
- Adjusts this orthosis as necessary to achieve optimal function.
- Provides instruction to the patient and family on proper use and care of the orthosis.
- Provides appropriate follow-up care after fitting to ensure successful treatment outcomes.
- Document all patient contacts according to established departmental and hospital procedure.
- Troubleshoots, repairs, and adjusts orthoses as required.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Qualifications:
Hours: 8am-4:30pm
Travel: Less than 25%. May need to travel to other sites, if coverage to be needed
Required Certification: Certified Orthotist- American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Pedorthics (ABCOP)
Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $10K recruitment forgivable loan with a 24 month work commitment
Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity
Benefits of working at Geisinger:
Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
