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WVU Medicine

Academic health system

HME-Orthotic Fitter

Full-Time
No salary listed
Mid
Bachelor's
Bridgeport, WV, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryClinical Support & Patient Administration

About the job

Requirements
  • One of the following education and qualification combinations is required: a high school diploma or equivalent plus two years of experience in orthotic fitting, patient care, or customer service; a bachelor's degree in healthcare or a related field; certification as an athletic trainer; certification as a physical therapy assistant; certification as an occupational therapy assistant; or certification as a medical assistant.
  • Must obtain Orthotic Fitter Certification through the Board of Certification/Accreditation or the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics within 12 months of hire.
  • Ability to think critically.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to demonstrate ownership and accountability.
  • Ability to operate computers, printers, scanners, telephones, and other office equipment.
  • Ability to occasionally lift, carry, pull, and hold 10–20 pounds.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with fitting and delivery of prefabricated orthotic devices and soft goods.
  • Provide professional customer service and appropriate patient education.
  • Do not provide care and services to unstable cervical or spine conditions or acute treatment of long bone fractures and dislocations.
  • Assist with patient assessment, formulation of a plan for care, and discussion of follow-up needs.
  • Assist with patient fitting and instruction for prescribed off-the-shelf orthotic devices and ancillary durable medical equipment products.
  • Obtain patient demographics and authorizations before fitting orthotic devices and complete the required computer entries.
  • Create and complete sales orders and obtain patient authorizations and signatures.
  • Communicate with referrals to obtain additional information.
  • Assist with ordering and maintaining inventory and inventory records.
  • Stand and walk around the office and organization to provide services and attend meetings.
  • Work in an environment where fluctuating temperatures may occur.
Desired Qualifications
  • Two years of experience in home medical equipment and patient care or athletic training.

About the company

WVUMedicine is an academic health system serving West Virginia and the surrounding region. The system operates hospitals, clinics, specialty programs, emergency care, research, and medical education through an integrated network. It serves patients, families, referring clinicians, students, researchers, and regional communities. Its operating model centers on clinical care, hospital operations, ambulatory services, education, research, and shared system support. Teams work across nursing, physicians, allied health, research, technology, facilities, administration, and patient services. Work depends on coordination among clinical, operational, technical, and support teams across its care settings and communities.

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