Certified Fitter of Orthotics
 Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation | |
 United States, Michigan, Lansing | |
 Jun 27, 2025 | |
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Certified Fitter of Orthotics
Summary A certified orthotic fitter is a health care professional who is specifically educated and trained in the provision of certain off the shelf or prefabricated orthoses prescribed by a physician. In addition, a certified orthotic fitter will be required to be proficient inpatient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, and provide patient instructions. Essential Job Responsibilities * Assessment of prescription and patient's needs for off the shelf or prefabricated orthoses. Excluding diabetic shoes, fracture orthoses, FES systems, Scoliosis devices, and un-stabile conditions. * Formulation of a treatment plan based upon an assessment to alleviate limitations and enhance function. It is the responsibility of the orthotic fitter to request consultation with referring physician to verify prescription/documentation when needed to formulate treatment plan. * Implementation of the treatment plan. * Patient Education. * Utilization of follow-up treatment plan that ensures successful orthotic outcomes, patient health. * Accountable for achieving financial targets and performance benchmarks as established by their manager. * Compliance with practice management plans. Documentation policies and procedures which include: o Adherence to applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. o Maintain a safe and professional environment for patient care. o Comprehension of claims development and submission * Adherence to ABC Code of Professional Responsibility * Participates in a program of self-improvement and continuing education * We'll embrace all people by:
Customer Service Responsibilities Demonstrate excellent customer service and standards of behaviors as well as encourages, coaches, and monitors the same in team members. This individual should consistently promote teamwork and direct communication with co-workers and deal discretely and sensitively with confidential information. Responsibilities in Quality Improvement Contribute by identifying problems and seeking solutions. Promote patient/family satisfaction where possible; participates in departmental efforts to monitor and report customer service. Essential Job Qualifications * Possess a high school diploma, GED or college degree * 2-3 years of orthotic fitting experience or equivalent. * Successful completion of an NCOPE approved orthotic fitter educational course * Successful completion of the ABC orthotics fitters exam Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification Levels: * None (No specific requirements) * Occasionally (Less than 1/3) * Frequently (1/3 to 2/3) * Majority (More than 2/3) Remain in a stationary position: Occasionally Traverse or move around work location: Majority Use keyboard: Frequently Operate or use department specific equipment: None Ascend/Descend equipment or ladder: None Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role: None Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding: Frequently Transport, position, and/or exert force:
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@maryfreebed.com. Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic. | |