Orthotic Fitter, Orthotist, or Pedorthist

Summary Statement

For many years, JP&O has provided the highest quality care to our patients and we continue to do so by ways of improving our level of service. We are pleased to announce that we have joined Ottobock.care and we are proud to take the next steps in joining this excellent network of orthotics and prosthetics clinics.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Orthotic Fitter, Orthotist, or Pedorthist in Jonesboro, AR. Join our expanding team and see why JP&O was a 2021 and 2022 Best of Northwest Arkansas Small Business Awards recipient.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with orthotic practitioners in the evaluation & analysis of patient needs for orthotic services.
• Perform fitting of prefabricated and custom fitted orthotic devices and/or soft goods related to a patient’s needs, as indicated by an orthotic practitioner or physician; execute minor modifications as necessary.
• Evaluate orthotic device on patient, adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work.
• Instruct patient in use of the device and reconcile issues to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Perform outcomes measures, medical history documentation, and clinical notes annotation support for clinical staff.
• Collaborate with Verification, Authorization and Billing teams to ensure proper medical documentation and required insurance authorizations are on file when providing services.
• Participate in required continuing education opportunities deemed necessary.
• Travel to offsite locations within a reasonable distance from home office to provide patient care or visit/educate referral sources.
• Comply with Corporate Compliance, HIPAA responsibilities, OSHA requirements, as well as Medicare and other governmental regulations.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to assess patient conditions and recommend treatment options.
• Aptitude in casting and model modification techniques.
• Ability to work collaboratively and participate with a team approach.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented.
• Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Exhibit strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and use of good judgment in resolving issues.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office and databases.
• Associate degree or equivalent experience; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Thorough understanding of medical terminology, basic anatomy and physiology.
• Certified by The American Board for Certification or Board of Certification/Accreditation (BOC) a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain state licensure as required.
• Two years of experience in Orthotics and Prosthetics preferred
• A valid driver’s license with no limitations operating a motor vehicle, auto insurance that meets state requirements, and reliable vehicle.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Health savings accounts with employer contribution
• Flexible spending account options
• Company-paid life insurance policy
• Paid time off
• Company holidays
• Floating holidays
• 100% company-paid short & long-term disability
• 401k match up to 3.5%