Certified Orthotist/Certified Orthotist Prosthetist
Vadnais Heights, MN 
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Job Description

Personal Growth. Expansion. Teamwork. Innovation. Be a part of a truly patient-first environment and an organization that cares about their employees.

The Certified Orthotist/Certified Orthotist Prosthetist measures, designs, fabricates, fits or services orthoses/prosthesis and assists in the formulation of the order of the orthoses/prosthesis as ordered by a licensed physician for the support or correction of disabilities caused by neuro-musculoskeletal disease, injuries or deformities.

This is for a full-time position. Scheduled day hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 4:30pm (subject to change). Based in Vadnais Heights but flexibility to float to Eagan and Woodbury (Woodlake campus) as needed. No on call schedule.

  • Directs patient care including patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan and implementation of treatment plan, follow up and practice management within a Certified Orthotist/Certified Orthotist Prosthetist scope of practice.
  • Consults with or refers treatment to other health care professionals, as necessary.
  • Fits, fabricates, adjusts or modifies devices which reflect his/her level of training.
  • Provides Durable Medical Equipment that would include but is not limited to, cold compression therapy units, bone stimulators, walkers, crutches, and canes.
  • Provides patient education and instruction and utilizes follow-up treatment plans that ensure appropriate outcomes.
  • Applies ethical coding concepts and billing procedures, as well as standard practices in patient record keeping and documentation.
  • Assists insurance authorizations, letters of medical necessity and any other medical documentation required for insurance coverage.
  • Other duties and special projects, as assigned.

Summit Orthopedics, Ltd., provides the Twin Cities and Greater Minnesota with the full spectrum of orthopedic care including sub-specialty clinics, walk-in care at our Orthopedic Urgent Care clinics, imaging, bracing, therapy, surgery, and post-surgical stays at our Care Suites. Our expert team of physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers, certified orthotists, certified prosthetists and therapists are part of the 1000+ employees who partner to provide quality care designed to support a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Summit Orthopedics is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of federal, state and local governing boards and/or agencies.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
Open
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