Pacific Medical, Inc.
Established in 1987, Pacific Medical, Inc. is a distributor of durable medical equipment, specializing in orthopedic rehabilitation, arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine, prosthetics, and orthotics. We are dedicated to the advancement of patient care through excellent service and product technology.
Location: Tacoma, WA
We have an immediate opportunity to join our growing Ortho Life Orthopedic platform. We are currently seeking a full-time
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
for our Patient Care Facility. This individual will be responsible for the evaluation, fabrication, and custom fitting of artificial limbs and orthopedic braces, specialize in designing and making artificial limbs, designing and fitting orthopedic braces such as surgical supports and corrective shoes, and a willingness to supervise and work with a dynamic team.
Job Responsibilities
Examine, interview, and measure patients to determine appliance needs and identify factors affecting appliance fit.
Fit, test, and evaluate devices on patients and make adjustments for proper fit, function, and comfort.
Instruct patients in the use and care of orthoses and prostheses.
Design orthopedic and prosthetic devices based on physicians' prescriptions and patient examination and measurement.
Maintain patients' records in accordance with ABC and CMS standards.
Make and modify plaster casts for prostheses or orthoses used in device construction.
Select materials and components based on device design.
Confer with physicians to formulate specifications and prescriptions for orthopedic and/or prosthetic devices.
Repair, rebuild, and modify prosthetic and orthopedic appliances.
Construct and fabricate appliances or supervise others who are constructing the appliances.
Train and supervise orthopedic and prosthetic assistants and technicians, including COF.
Update skills and knowledge by attending conferences and seminars.
Show and explain orthopedic and prosthetic appliances to healthcare workers.
Maintain inventory of material in main and any satellite locations.
Requirements
Must be currently licensed and/or certified and in good standing by governing agency in your field of study either ABC or BOC.
Must maintain CME’s annually in accordance with ABC and BOC guidelines.
Must practice within scope of work unless privileged by a supervisor or practitioner of another specialty.
Must adhere to guidelines as set forth in employee handbook of Pacific Medical Inc. upon hire.
Must attend and show competency in HIPAA compliance, sexual harassment training, and universal precautions training.
If required by state law must have additional licensing to perform duties in said state/ region.
Maintain compliance with ABC facility accreditation and be a leader in its implementation.
Lead and/or participate as necessary with facility support staff in the annual performance reviews.
Mandatory attendance and participation in Pacific Medical hosted training and meetings.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
ER paid Life for Employee
Voluntary benefits
Medical FSA
Dependent FSA
HSA
401k
Financial Wellness planning
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Location: Tacoma, WA
We have an immediate opportunity to join our growing Ortho Life Orthopedic platform. We are currently seeking a full-time
Certified Prosthetist Orthotist
for our Patient Care Facility. This individual will be responsible for the evaluation, fabrication, and custom fitting of artificial limbs and orthopedic braces, specialize in designing and making artificial limbs, designing and fitting orthopedic braces such as surgical supports and corrective shoes, and a willingness to supervise and work with a dynamic team.
Job Responsibilities
Examine, interview, and measure patients to determine appliance needs and identify factors affecting appliance fit.
Fit, test, and evaluate devices on patients and make adjustments for proper fit, function, and comfort.
Instruct patients in the use and care of orthoses and prostheses.
Design orthopedic and prosthetic devices based on physicians' prescriptions and patient examination and measurement.
Maintain patients' records in accordance with ABC and CMS standards.
Make and modify plaster casts for prostheses or orthoses used in device construction.
Select materials and components based on device design.
Confer with physicians to formulate specifications and prescriptions for orthopedic and/or prosthetic devices.
Repair, rebuild, and modify prosthetic and orthopedic appliances.
Construct and fabricate appliances or supervise others who are constructing the appliances.
Train and supervise orthopedic and prosthetic assistants and technicians, including COF.
Update skills and knowledge by attending conferences and seminars.
Show and explain orthopedic and prosthetic appliances to healthcare workers.
Maintain inventory of material in main and any satellite locations.
Requirements
Must be currently licensed and/or certified and in good standing by governing agency in your field of study either ABC or BOC.
Must maintain CME’s annually in accordance with ABC and BOC guidelines.
Must practice within scope of work unless privileged by a supervisor or practitioner of another specialty.
Must adhere to guidelines as set forth in employee handbook of Pacific Medical Inc. upon hire.
Must attend and show competency in HIPAA compliance, sexual harassment training, and universal precautions training.
If required by state law must have additional licensing to perform duties in said state/ region.
Maintain compliance with ABC facility accreditation and be a leader in its implementation.
Lead and/or participate as necessary with facility support staff in the annual performance reviews.
Mandatory attendance and participation in Pacific Medical hosted training and meetings.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
ER paid Life for Employee
Voluntary benefits
Medical FSA
Dependent FSA
HSA
401k
Financial Wellness planning
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