Cert Orthotist/Prosthetist

M Health Fairview is seeking a Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist to join our team. This position would split time between our Burnsville location. Candidates must be motivated self-starters that are commited to quality patient care. Experience preferred but is not a requirement. If you have just completed your residency and have a desire to continue advancing your skills and challenging yourself professionally then we want to meet you.

Evaluates patients in regard to fit, alignment, cosmetics, and function and patient acceptance.

• Adjust final product as needed.
• Conduct measuring, molding, or tracing as needed
• Completion of clinical evaluation and refinement of prescription criteria.

Consults with physicians and allied health professionals to formulate and/or modify prescription criteria, prior to or following, clinical evaluation of the patient.

Educates patient and their families regarding their:

• Pathology
• Plan of treatment
• Potential outcomes
• Costs
• Department billing procedures

Maintains current, accurate patient documentation.

Quality assurance and improvement:

• Consults with technical and professional staff to define, develop, and implement the best possible components, materials and fabrication processes.
• Provides general and direct supervision and instructions to the fabrication staff.

Required License/Certification/Registration

Active Minnesota licensure in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics and

American Board of Certification (ABC) in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics

Preferred Experience

1+ years working in either hospital or clinic setting