Orthotic Fitter Trainee

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of an orthotist, evaluates, measures, fits, and adjusts selected prefabricated lower extremity, upper extremity and spinal orthoses.

Job Duties

The below will be performed under direct supervision of an orthotist

• Assists the orthotist with the patient's condition and in determining the needed treatment.

• Elicits the patient's interpretation of the current situation and their expected outcome for the orthosis.

• Participates in the implementation of the treatment plan provided.

• Communicates with the prescribing physician to clarify the prescription and discusses other possible options.

• Uses the appropriate prefabricated orthosis that will fulfill the prescription and provide the desired outcome.

• Measures the patient.

• Fits the patient with the selected orthosis.

• Adjusts the prefabricated orthosis as necessary to achieve optimal fit and function according to the plan of care formulated.

• Provides instruction to the patient and family on proper use and care of the prefabricated orthosis.

• Provides appropriate follow-up care after fitting, including adjustments and repairs.

• Troubleshoots, repairs, and adjusts prefabricated orthoses.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

This position is a trainee position and includes a pathway to become a Licensed Orthotic Fitter within 6 months of hire pending criteria below.

Pathway includes:

• Complete 1000 hours of practice supervised by a licensed Orthotist or 500 hours of practice if Licensed Athletic Trainer (ATC)

• A passing score on the Certified Orthotic Fitter examination

• Apply for a Pennsylvania State License as a Licensed Orthotic Fitter

Work Schedule:

• Hours: M-F (8am-4:30pm)

• Travel: None

• Weekends: None

• Holidays: None

Benefits of working for Geisinger:

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one

• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents

• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)

• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions

• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly

• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year

• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive

• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free ~~~ membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more

• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Experience

Certification(s) and License(s)

Orthotic Fitter Practice Permit - State of Pennsylvania

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.