Prosthetist/ Orthotist

Streamline Orthotics and Prosthetics, a well-established, privately owned, busy and growing O&P business in St. Louis, MO since 2008, is seeking a skilled, energetic, and committed clinician to join our practice. 

Streamline is considered a niche company within the O&P community in St. Louis. We specialize in custom orthotics fabricated onsite using CAD CAM technology. In collaboration with QWADRA, Streamline utilizes non-contact 3D optical scanners to capture our patient's shape which has proven to be much faster and provide greater accuracy than plaster casts—without the mess or discomfort to our patients. Using computer-based 3D design software tools that allow for quick application of anatomical corrections to the scanned shape we are able to create the desired custom form. Our O P design specific 3 axis high- speed carver automatically machines a precise, lightweight foam mold to provide a highly customized fit for our orthotic devices. We offer an onsite fabrication facility which fosters routine opportunity to collaborate with our fabrication staff offering an efficient and high-quality outcome for our patients.

Streamline practitioners work closely with the physicians employed by the Washington University School of Medicine within the BJC Healthcare system. This system comprises several hospitals in the area- including a level one trauma center, Barnes Jewish Hospital, in which the Streamline facility is strategically positioned. Additionally, we partner with pediatric programs in the area to provide custom orthoses to our patients through a collaborative approach with the physical and occupational therapist and their caregivers.

We are looking for a board eligible Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist to join our team. If you are looking to establish and grow your prosthetic patient base while leveraging the existing orthotic population and state of the art technology that we possess, look no further! We are looking for someone to be a part of our carefully designed collaborative approach to patient care. We are positioned within the community to provide efficient care and excellent quality custom devices within a modern work environment and eager to add your talents to our team! Please consider visiting us at www.streamlineoandp.com

Our ideal candidate will have the opportunity to blend clinical and technical skills to evaluate patients, custom design, fabricate and fit orthoses/prostheses in order to deliver exceptional outcomes for the patients they work with.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with physicians in the evaluation and analysis of a patient’s need for orthotic/prosthetic services
• Examine and evaluate patient needs in relation to disease and functional loss
• Formulate design of orthotic/prosthetic devices
• Use of state-of-the-art Cam Cad Design Scanning and fabrication software
• Select materials, make cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts, considering new techniques and materials
• Perform fitting, including static and dynamic alignment
• Evaluate the orthotic/prosthetic device on patient, adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work
• Instruct patient in use of orthotic/ prosthetic devices
• Identify and reconcile issues/problems to ensure patient satisfaction with devices provided
• Provide follow-up with patients and physicians
• Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health care professionals
• Utilize effective materials management, quality and performance processes to maximize device quality and medical efficacy, maintaining a proper balance with costs and operational/financial performance
• Meet with physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, therapists, and other referral sources to review orthotic and/or prosthetic services and capabilities; develop and enhance business relationships to identify and secure ongoing and future sources or referrals
• Plan and implement strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets in coordination with management
• Provide detailed clinical notes to patient records using O P specific software designed for office or bedside use
• Mentor residents or newly certified clinicians
• Provide assistance to and work in collaborations with other clinical staff
• Provide information to and work in collaboration with administrative staff to conduct reimbursement activities
• Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare and other governmental regulations; compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned
• Responsible for triaged on-call rotation with hospital (Washington University) orthopedic and neurosurgery spine services

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Current board certification (or board eligible) in Orthotics/Prosthetics from the American Board for Certification (ABC) or the Board of Certification (BOC)
• A valid driver’s license

Additional Success Factors: 

• Thorough understanding of the principles of biomechanics, gait analysis, kinesiology, anatomy and physiology
• Thorough understanding of componentry and its suitability and reliability for specific uses
• Thorough understanding of medical terminology
• Effective communication skills for accurate, concise, and organized oral and written presentation and reports to patient and staff
• Ability to educate clinical and non-clinical personnel and customers on objectives of patient care services
• Active listening, reading and comprehension skills for analyzing reports, charts and correspondence
• Ability to assess patient condition and advise physician on treatment options
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships with physicians, therapists and patients
• Ability to work effectively as a team member
• Effective organizational, time management and planning skills
• Act with integrity in all ways and at all times, remaining honest, transparent, and respectful in all relationships
• Keep the patient at the center of everything that you do, building lifelong trust
• Foster open collaboration and constructive dialogue with everyone around you
• Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change
• Focus on superior outcomes and calibrate work processes for outstanding results

Physical Abilities

• Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques frequently throughout the course of a workday/shift; must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone.
• Ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a work day
• Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written direction
• Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions
• Ability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility
• Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment and supplies for treatment
• Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Pay range of $70,000-100,000/year bonus benefits. This pay range is posted to comply with State Law. Streamline salary ranges vary based on skill, ability, knowledge, and other variables.

Our Investment in You:

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Bonus Opportunities
• 8 Paid National Holidays & 4 additional Floating Holidays
• PTO that includes Vacation and Sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• HSA Additional Annual Employer Contributions
• Matching 401k Savings and Retirement Plan
• Profit Sharing
• Professional Dues Reimbursement
• On Call Pay

Streamline Orthotics and Prosthetics LLC. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. All conditions and privileges of employment are administered to all employees without discrimination or harassment because of race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, special disabled veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. The company will comply with all applicable state or local fair employment laws that forbid discrimination or harassment on the basis of other protected characteristics. Retaliation against any employee for filing or supporting a complaint of discrimination or harassment is prohibited.