What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Orthotist or CPO position at Ottobock?

Summary Statement

Since 1944, Wright & Filippis (W&F) has built a well-earned reputation as a leader in prosthetics, orthotics, and accessibility solutions. Over 76yrs strong, we are committed to improving the lives of our patients. In 2020, Wright & Filippis joined Ottobock Patient Care. Together, we help people maintain or regain their freedom of movement. At Ottobock.care, we believe in giving our practitioners the freedom of choice to provide the best care possible for their patients and with access to the latest technologies and techniques, you'll have the tools and resources you need to deliver truly personalized and innovative solutions. Our clinics blend expert healthcare with a human touch to provide personalized solutions that help patients regain and maintain their freedom of movement. Ottobock Patient Care is dedicated to its vision of prosthetic and orthotic excellence through the integration of research, education, leading treatment, and outstanding patient experience.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Certified Orthotist, CPO, or Clinical Manager at our Port Huron, MI patient care clinic.

Duties & Responsibilities

Certified Orthotist :

Deliver quality orthotics and professional services in relation to patient care.
Assist with fabrication as may be needed to assure, quality, fit function, timely delivery, or responsiveness to individual patient need.
Evaluate orthotic on patient, adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work and perform outcome measures as appropriate.
Post-delivery service and adjustments for assigned patients.
Provide information to administrative staff to conduct reimbursement activities.
Maintenance of all patient charts and records of care and service, current and complete each day.
Training of Technicians, Apprentices, Fitters, and / or other Practitioners, as appropriate.
Develop a referral and client base that will profitably contribute to the practice's capabilities to better serve patients, referral sources and employees.
Market the organization's professional services, through the development of strong professional relationships with physicians, therapists, patients, and other referral sources.
Achieve and maintain professional knowledge and technical skills required to perform all other primary responsibilities. This specifically includes, current "state of the art" knowledge, procedures, components, and materials including application based on diagnosis.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Clinical Manager performs above and :

Manages clinical operations and clinical staff at assigned patient care facility. Clinical staff includes clinicians, technicians, and fitters.

Collaborates with clinicians in the evaluation and analysis of a patient's need for orthotic services; recommend treatment options to clinicians when necessary.

Meets with physicians, case managers and other referral sources to review services and capabilities; develop and enhance business relationships to identify and secure ongoing and future sources or referrals.

Provides complete and accurate direction and guidance to technicians responsible for fabrication of orthoses for his / her patients. Delegate responsibility and expect accountability and regular feedback.

Accomplishes financial objectives by forecasting requirements; Assist in preparing an annual budget.

Identifies and creates improvements to processes to promote efficiency and productivity. This specifically includes current "state of the art" knowledge, procedures, components, and materials including application based on diagnosis.

Helps ensure offices are ABC / Medicare / Labor Compliant and assist with accreditation, as necessary.

Complies with Corporate Compliance and HIPAA requirements.

Enforces all safety regulations; Compliance with Medicare and other governmental regulations; Compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.

Qualifications

Ability to communicate in oral and written forms work effectively with a wide range of people, including, patients, caregivers, vendors, suppliers, providers, co-workers, and management.

Ability to work collaboratively and participate in the team approach and provide future vision of patient care.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks to completion.

Exceptional organizational skills.

Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in resolving issues.

Proficient computer skills; Proficient in MS Office and databases.

A valid driver's license with no limitations operating a motor vehicle; must have a reliable vehicle.

Successful completion of a criminal background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record check.

Bachelor's Degree OR Master's in Orthotics and Prosthetics.

2 years of direct patient care experience in Orthotics preferred or 5-7 years patient experience. (2 years of leadership experience for Clinical Manager).

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Dental

Health savings accounts with employer contribution

Flexible spending account options

Company-paid life insurance policy

Paid time off

Company holidays

Floating holidays

100% company-paid short & long-term disability

401k match up to 3.5%

Parental Leave

Diversity at Ottobock

For us, the focus is on treating each other with respect and enjoying our work. We value diversity and therefore expressly welcome all applications regardless of gender, age, nationality, disability, ethnicity and social origin, religious beliefs or sexual orientation. This includes special consideration for severely disabled individuals with equal suitability.

Your future at Ottobock

Ottobock's products and services in the areas of Prosthetics, NeuroMobility, Patient Care, Exoskeletons developed by 'SUITX by Ottobock' and Business Solutions ensure independence and quality of life when personal mobility is restricted. With over 9,000 employees in almost 60 countries, our company is the world market leader in technical orthopedics.

Your ideas and commitment will inspire your colleagues and staff, and will further the interests of Ottobock. Be part of a dynamic, growing company with flat hierarchies. We offer a richly diverse field of work, individual development opportunities and extensive qualification programs in our Ottobock Academy.

Please only apply via our online job portal at jobs.ottobock.com. Please quote the Job-ID for the position in question, and also state your earliest starting date and salary requirements. We look forward to receiving your application!

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