Established in 1987, Pacific Medical, Inc. is a distributor of durable medical equipment; specializing in orthopedic rehabilitation, arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine, prosthetics, and orthotics. With the heart of the company dedicated to helping and serving others, we provide our services directly to the patient, medical networks, physician clinics, and offices. We are dedicated to the advancement of patient care through excellent service and product technology.

Our philosophy is that Patient-Centric Care comes from the heart. Our clinicians are passionate about what they do every day to make positive impacts on patients’ lives. Pacific Medical is dedicated to the advancement in technology, evidence-based medicine, and the professional success of our growing team.

We are currently seeking a full-time Certified Ped-Orthotist for our Roseville, CA Patient Care Facility. This individual will be responsible for the patient evaluation, and the design, fabrication, fitting, modification, maintenance and repair of pedorthic devices for the prevention or amelioration of painful and/or disabling conditions that originate at the ankle or below.

Job Responsibilities:

Pedorthic patient assessment may include, but is not limited to, the evaluation and documentation of:

·anthropometric data

·cognition

·circulation

·skin integrity

·protective sensation

·pain

·peripheral nerve integrity

·endurance

·biomechanics

·gait analysis including temporal and spatial assessment

·range of motion

·muscle strength

·posture, balance and safety

·proprioception

·pedorthic requirements

·environmental barriers including social, home, and work reintegration

Formulation of a treatment plan is based upon a comprehensive assessment to design an intervention to alleviate limitations, improve function and enhance quality of life. Pedorthic treatment includes, but is not limited to:

·verification of prescription/documentation

·evaluation of the prescription rationale

·a recommendation incorporating patient and/or caregiver input

·development of functional goals

·use of evidence based practice

·analysis of structural and design requirements

·consultation with and/or referral to other health care professionals

Implementation of the pedorthic treatment plan includes, but is not limited to:

·acquisition of anthropometric data

·modification and/or rectification of anthropometric data

·material selection

·fabrication of pedorthic devices

·device structural evaluation

·diagnostic fitting

·gait training

·assessment of intervention for appropriate outcomes

·documentation of patient education and instruction

·supervision of the provision of care

·documentation of patient encounters

Utilization of a follow-up treatment plan that ensures successful pedorthist outcomes, patient health and quality of life which includes, but is not limited to:

·documentation of functional changes

·formulation of modifications to ensure successful outcomes

·reassessment of patient goals

·reassessment of treatment objectives

·development of long term treatment plan

·documentation of on-going patient education and instruction

·documentation of patient encounters

Compliance with practice management plans to develop and document policies and procedures to ensure patient protection includes, but is not limited to:

·adherence to applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations

·following patient care guidelines and procedures maintaining a safe and professional environment for patient care

·comprehension of claims development and submission

Perform other duties as needed. 

Requirements:

• Must be currently licensed and/or certified and in good standing by governing agency in your field of study either ABC or BOC.

• Must maintain CME’s annually in accordance with ABC and BOC guidelines.

• Must practice within your scope of work unless privileged by a supervisor or practitioner of another specialty.

• Must adhere to the guidelines as set forth in the employee handbook of Pacific Medical Inc. upon hire.

• Must attend and show competency in HIPAA compliance, sexual harassment training, and universal precautions training.

• If required by state law must have additional licensing to perform duties in said state/ region.

• Maintain compliance with ABC facility accreditation and be a leader in its implementation.

• Lead and/or participate as necessary with facility support staff in the annual performance reviews.

• Mandatory attendance and participation in Pacific Medical hosted training and meetings.

Compensation Range: $25.00 - $35.00 / hr

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This position is an excellent opportunity for a candidate that is self-driven/motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit that is looking to produce results in an expanding market. Candidates that apply must be hard-working, possess a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Only those with the ability to manage varying as well as scheduled tasks should apply.

All Full-Time positions offer the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, ER paid Life for Employee, Voluntary benefits, Medical FSA, Dependent FSA, HSA, 401k (if 21 years or older), and Goal Path Financial Wellness planning.