What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Orthotist Prosthetist position at Medical Service Company?

MEDICAL SERVICE COMPANY is a family owned and operated durable medical equipment and

respiratory provider that's been in business for 70 years!

MSC is a 12 -Time recipient of the prestigious NorthCoast 99 Award as a Top Workplace to work - 2023!

MSC is a two-time recipient of the prestigious National HME Excellence Award for Best Home Medical Equipment company in the US.

In Addition, we are very proud to share that we have been awarded the distinguished honor of

2021 - HME Provider of the Year!

We are hiring : FULL TIME WITH BENEFITS! APPLY TODAY!

Competitive Pay
Advancement Opportunities
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
HSA Account w / Company Contribution
Pet Insurance
Company provided Life and AD&D insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Referral Bonus Program
DEI&B Program
Social Recognition Program
Employee Engagement Opportunities
CALM App
401k (with a matching program) / Roth IRA
Company Discounts
Payactiv / On-Demand Pay
Paid vacation, Sick Days, YOU (Mental Health) Days and Holidays

Certified Orthotist Prosthetist treats and provides care to patients with disabling conditions of limbs and spine, amputations, and congenital deformities by planning fabrication of, writing specifications for, by fitting and preparing orthopedic braces and prosthetic limbs under guidance of and in consultation with physician. Evaluates and treats patients in accordance with current treatment techniques and protocols established by the Director.

Responsibilities and Duties :

Review / formulate medical records, examine patients, evaluate and document functional loss and orthotic and / or prosthetic needs of patients; formulate orthotic patient prescriptions for optimal management of upper and lower limb orthotic anomalies, both congenital and acquired, in collaboration with physicians. Formulate prosthetic patient prescriptions for optimal management of upper and lower limb amputations, both congenital and acquired, in collaboration with physicians

Supervise the fabrication of orthotic and prosthetic devices and appliances to ensure that design and materials used meet patient needs and department standards, evaluate fit on patient to ensure proper fit, function, cosmesis and workmanship

Post materials used, cost and other pertinent information including nomenclature and cost to orthotic / prosthetic records to ensure accurate patient charges. Instruct patients on the limitations and proper use of orthotic devices and appliances; instruct patients regarding maintenance, storing and cleaning of devices and appliances

Consult with physicians, nurses, and physical therapists and vocational rehabilitation counselors regarding orthotic patient's needs. Conduct orthotic and prosthetic clinics for local organizations; participate in orthopedic clinics and continuing education courses. Establish prosthetic clinics to include treatment teams on patient progress and techniques.

Oversee orthotic fitters and technicians and liaisons, as needed

Perform on-call duties as assigned and scheduled

Other duties as assigned

Work Environment

Possible exposure to contagious diseases, communicable diseases, or blood-borne pathogens.

May work in homes, community, schools, job sites, clinics or in a normal patient care environment in an acute hospital setting. Possess current unrestricted driver's license, automobile insurance, and available automobile. Driving distances within service area from office. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualifications :

Experience / Knowledge / Skills / Physical Requirements :

Certified Orthotist Prosthetist by ABC or BOCO may also be board eligible from bachelor or master's program.

Employee must be eligible to be credentialed and hold privileges with all local hospitals

Experienced in Microsoft Office and Windows based computer applications

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Presents a strong professional appearance

Ability to perform multiple and adverse tasks simultaneously

Highly organized and self-motivated

Employee must have normal or correctible range of hearing and eyesight

Manual dexterity required to operate orthotic construction equipment

Frequent bending, stooping and lifting and reaching required

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