Orthotic Fitter

Orthotic Fitter Salary Range $40,000.00 - $43,000.00 Salary/year Level Entry Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage Up to 25% Category Health Care Description East Coast Orthotic & Prosthetic Corp. offers : Competitive pay (based on experience) Medical, Dental and Vision plans available AFLAC and Allstate Plans available 401K Plan PTO (Paid Time Off) and Holidays Opportunities for internal career advancement in a growing and competitive industry Responsibilities of an Orthotic Fitter: Performs procedures in the office or hospital setting, as prescribed by the physician and supervised by clinical manager. Administers orthotic braces and devices to clients with relatively stable conditions. Instructs, motivates, and assists clients in learning and improving functional activities. Instructs patient and family members on the proper use of devices. Helps client utilize the resources of their community and family. Reports changes in the client's condition to the supervising clinical manager. Prepares clinical notes and progress reports, documenting treatments performed, and submits them for review to the supervising clinical manager. Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team. Qualifications Skills/Qualifications: Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) a Plus Excellent Communication Skills Previous Experience Bracing and Casting Preferred Superior Customer Service Ability to Understand and Meet Patient and Physician Needs Excellent People Skills, Strong Attention to Detail Ability to Multi-task Essential Integrity Must Be a Team Player With a Positive Attitude Job Requirements: Must be able to commute to designated location every day Must be willing to learn, be very flexible, possess excellent communication skills and be a team player with a desire to grow in the healthcare field. Must also have knowledge of human anatomy Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to develop good interpersonal relationships with patients, staff and other healthcare providers and the ability to work with patients in a hospital or office setting Must work occasional on-call weekends (2 - 3 weekends total a calendar year) Must be flexible, able to multi-task and willing to work physicians' hours Must be physically capable to stand for long periods of time and walk throughout the facility as needed. If an ATC, must have solid knowledge of principles and practices of athletic training Job Type: Full-time