Orthotic Fitter- FT *sign on bonus* at Premier Health

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Orthotic Fitting, Off the Shelf Orthoses, Prefabricated Orthoses, Minor Modifications, Documentation, Provider Training, BOC Certified, ABC Certified, CPR Certified, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Medical Terminology, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Independent Judgment

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Orthotic Fitter/Athletic Trainer/Physical Therapist General Summary/Responsibilities: The Orthotic Fitter is responsible for providing patient care under the supervision of a certified orthotist of off the shelf and prefabricated orthoses/braces. He/she must evaluate patient’s need, perform the fitting, making minor modifications as needed, and adjust to ensure proper fit. He/she must maintain good documentation of services provided and may be asked to participate in provider training. Qualifications Education Minimum Level of Education Required: Bachelor's degree Additional requirements:  Area of study or major: Athletic Training or Physical Therapy  Preferred educational qualifications: Must be a BOC or ABC Certified Orthotic Fitter Licensure/Certification/Registration  American Board for Certification or Board of Certification Certified Orthotic Fitter  CPR Required  Athletic Trainer  Physical Therapist Experience Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job-related experience Knowledge/Skills  Demonstrated ability to effectively fit and deliver non-custom orthotic devices such as; cervical orthoses not require more than minor modification; pressure gradient hose; trusses; non-complex prefabricated spinal orthoses (except those used to treat unstable spinal conditions), and prefabricated orthoses of upper and lower extremities (excluding those used in treatment of bone fractures)  Thorough understanding of medical terminology  Effective communication skills for accurate, concise and organized oral and written presentation and reports to patient and staff  Ability to instruct clinical and non-clinical personnel and customers on objectives of patient care services  Excellent customer service skills required.  Ability to evaluate information and make independent judgments  Experience with computer informational systems  Must have good organizational skills and work well with others  Knowledge of bracing/orthotics  Effective time management/organizational skills  Board certification as Orthotic Fitter or a board-certified Orthotist

Responsibilities

The Orthotic Fitter provides patient care under supervision, focusing on evaluating patient needs, fitting, and making minor modifications to off-the-shelf and prefabricated orthoses and braces. Responsibilities also include maintaining thorough documentation of services and potentially participating in provider training sessions.