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University of Rochester Orthotics Fitter in Rochester, New York
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides independent patient care related to patient evaluation, prescription recommendation, applying all manner of fracture casts, fitting and adapting of assistive devices and coordination of patient care with other health care professionals. Usually works in accordance with standard procedures and practices. Exercises a high degree of judgment and skill.
Career Ladder : The three bands within this position are differentiated by level of independence, supervision required, ability to precept new employees in the use of all equipment and the ability to lead and meet established departmental goals. Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitter levels and criteria for each level is defined below:
Band I: Entry level Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitters who are new to URMC who require training as well as regular direct supervision or guidance from a more senior Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitter. This generally involves orientation to the Department’s infrastructure, policies, protocols, workflows, procedures and routines. During this period the Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitter must demonstrate an ability to progress towards proficient and competent performance of required tasks of an Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitter. Ability to interact with patients and physicians on a professional level and a willingness and ability to learn must be demonstrated at this level.
Band II: With minimal supervision, demonstrates proficiency and competence in all aspects of job responsibilities and expectations. Fitters at this level meet all level I performance criteria, are certified by the American Board for Certification or equivalent, and have a minimum of 1 year of experience as an independent fitter. Able to work with students and residents as needed. Demonstrates consistent attention to detail in all clinical services including complete documentation. Scope of practice includes all fracture casts and all prefabricated devises with the exception of Halos.
Band Two status requires a minimum of 1 year of progressively responsible professional work experience in an Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitter role.
Band III: – Exceeds standards for a level II Fitter and demonstrates advanced clinical skills in one or more of the following areas: teaching, advanced certification, research, publication or program development. Program development includes assisting in supervision, training, compliance, and operations of a program staffed by Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitters. Responsibilities include assisting in supervision, training, compliance, and operations of Orthotics and Prosthetics programs. May serve as a preceptor in the on-boarding of newly hired Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitters directly orienting to equipment, routines and procedures, computer programs and software, as well as departmental and hospital policies. Directly assists in the mentoring of newer Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitters by providing one-on-one assistance when needed. Able to effectively troubleshoot issues that arise within the department and deal with accordingly. Able to represent the department on various committees such as safety, quality, and operations groups.
Band Three status minimally requires 2 years of progressively responsible professional work experience as an Orthotics/Prosthetics Fitter in a clinical care role with 1 year dedicated to URMC preferred.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
Clinical Assessment
Obtains a history of the patient, evaluates patient, and examines the patient manually. Determines the needs of the patient by integrating the information obtained from history, examination and observation in order to assess the specific needs of the patient. Analyzes the data obtained by empirical methods in order to prepare a recommendation.
Collaborates with patient, family and involved providers to develop a treatment protocol for the specific patient and to determine a specific device recommendation and plan for its use.
Obtains and accurately records appropriate measurements and other data from the patient in order to produce the device recommended.
Patient Management
Measures a patient by utilizing proper instruments and tests in order to compile data to be used in prosthetic and orthotic design and fabrication. Manipulate the patient’s body or body segments to provide correction.
Properly fist orthotic designs by utilizing accepted prosthetic/orthotic techniques in order to achieve optimum fit, function and cosmesis.
Evaluates a patient’s gait by visual observation in order to achieve optimum prosthetic or orthotic function.
Achieves optimum alignment of patient’s prosthetic/orthotic device by evaluation of the sagittal, transverse and coronal planes in order to provide maximum function.
Manages a simple, stable fracture utilizing prefabricated orthoses.
Follows up with patient care in order to assure proper fit and function of the prosthetic/orthotic device by periodic evaluation.
Provides the solution to a patient’s prosthetic/orthotic problem by appropriate evaluation in order to achieve proper function.
Educates the patient on the various procedures you are about to perform and/or explain his/her role and responsibilities regarding these procedures by utilizing appropriate communication skill in order to achieve successful fabrication and utilization of the prosthetic/orthotic device.
Practice Management
Communicates patient information to referring physicians and other healthcare providers to achieve ultimate patient care.
Provide proper documentation of patient history and financial records by established record keeping techniques in order to verify patient care and other pertinent records.
Establish procedures for patient care that comply with accepted medical/legal requirement by maintaining current education in these areas to provide appropriate patient care in order to avoid legal ramifications.
Professional Responsibilities:
Selects the most appropriate course of action when faced with patient related problems by applying their experience in order to recognize their limitations in providing appropriate patient care.
Provide optimum patient care by recognizing the need to pursue continuing education in order to remain current in practice.
Provide ethical patient care by applying the American Board of Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics Canon of Ethics in order to maintain ethical professional services.
Educate individuals involved in patient care (physicians, residents, therapists, etc.) by utilizing appropriate communication skills in order to provide them with current prosthetic and orthotic information.
Other duties as directed by supervisor
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma required
Associates degree preferred
Experience in a healthcare Setting preferred
or equivalent combination of education and experience required
Ability to interact with patients and physicians on a professional level.
Willingness and ability to learn required
Certification by American Board for Certification of Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics preferred
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.
How To Apply
All applicants must apply online.
EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Pay Range
Pay Range: $20.31 - $27.42 Hourly
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’s compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
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