Orthotist

Description

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Summary

The Orthotist is a health care professional who is specifically educated and trained to manage comprehensive orthotic patient care. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan,

implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up, and practice management. Documentation by the orthotist is part of the patient’s medical record and establishes medical necessity for orthotic and/or prosthetic care.

Responsibilities

• Orthotics- Designs, writes specifications for and fits artificial limbs, braces and appliances for body deformities and disorders following a physician's prescription. Examines affected area for factors affecting the fitting and placement of artificial limbs and orthopedic appliances. Plans appliance to give patient maximum possible function. Determines materials from which appliance will be fabricated. Responsible to fit all braces and/or devices as necessary to keep work flow and patient safety a priority. Responsible for troubleshooting any problems that affect the care of the patient as it pertains to orthotic devices supplied by the orthotist. Implements changes with DMEPOS standards and/or Medicare policies.
• Inventory Management- Oversees inventory including ordering new stock as warranted by usage, reporting abnormalities in inventory levels to the Practice Manager, moves stock to and from various locations as necessary, and facilitates new products that physicians(s) would like to have added to the service line. Responsible for all packing slips being sent to the Practice Manager so that the invoices can be paid promptly and correctly.
• Leading People- Provides an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Encourages workforce engagement by building a commitment to excellence and by promoting the organization's vision internally and externally. Delegates responsibility clarifies expectations and holds others accountable for achieving results related to their area of responsibility. Leads in a deliberate and predictable way and operates with transparency. Treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately. Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods. Manages and resolves conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
• Documentation- Maintains all documentation regarding the patients visit and devices fit. Assists patient with direction to resolve billing problems. Acts as a liaison for the billing department to obtain the necessary information for claim payment.
• Liaison- Acts as a liaison for the physician and brace representatives. Responsible for creating and maintaining positive relationships with the physicians, staff, and other corporate staff. Responsible for communicating physician needs to the Practice Manager. Assists in maintaining communication with other services lines including the Medical practice and the managers of those offices.
• Education- Educates MAs OTs and DME coordinators and physicians in proper policies and procedures to follow for Orthotist visits. Assists staff and physicians in problem solving in regards to type of brace and fitting that best address the patient and their situation.
  
  

Other Information

Other information:

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required. Master's degree in orthotics from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited program or a foreign degree equivalent to a master's degree in orthotics evaluated by the World Education Service (WES) Credential is preferred.
  
  

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Completed NCOPE residency program and ABC or BOC certified (at hire) as Certified Orthotist(CO).
  
  

Professional Experience Requirements

• Two (2) years of relevant experience working in a clinical environment, including preceptorship in orthotics.
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of materials selection for orthotics.
• Technical skills required to measure, fit and customize orthotic devices.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
  
  

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC REX Healthcare

Organization Unit: UNC Health Prosth&Orth @ ACC

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $30.73 - $44.18 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.