University of Michigan-Flint School of Management
Orthotic Fitter (Temporary)
University of Michigan-Flint School of Management, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113
Job Title
Orthotic Fitter (Temporary)
Job Summary The University of Michigan Orthotics and Prosthetics Center is a large multi-disciplinary clinic dedicated to providing high quality orthotic, prosthetic, and pedorthic services for adults and children. The 30,000 square foot facility is located at 2850 S. Industrial Hwy, Ann Arbor, MI. We are actively seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented individuals who will share in the goal of creating the ideal experience for our patients, families and employees. As an Orthotic Fitter at Michigan Medicine, you will work within a diverse environment while fitting compression garments, prefabricated orthoses and post-mastectomy prostheses to improve patients' lives. You will possess the ability to provide clinical instruction to medical residents, prosthetic and orthotic trainees, and other medical professionals. The Orthotics and Prosthetics Center at Michigan Medicine is one of the few University based facilities in the country that offers comprehensive services and has been awarded the maximum three-year accreditation by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics.
Responsibilities
You will measure and fit soft goods including breast prostheses and gradient compression garments, as well as off-the-shelf orthoses, which require minimal adjustments to meet individual patient requirements.
You will request assistance from a certified orthotist when significant adjustments to orthoses are required, such as heating, bending, cutting.
You will conduct preliminary fittings, final fittings and adjustments.
You may operate machinery such as sewing machines and occasionally use others as required.
You will train orthotic residents in soft-goods and post-mastectomy breast prosthesis fitting procedures.
Required Qualifications
A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
Completion of manufacturer courses and/or has previous experience.
Ability to work in highly computerized environment.
Exhibit a professional and positive image when interacting with patients, faculty and staff.
Enforce a high standard of personal and professional conduct; possess excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills; and proven ability to be compatible with a diverse population.
Effectively work within a multidisciplinary team, handling multiple responsibilities in an energizing and fun environment.
Demonstrate prioritization skills, proficient computer and keyboarding skills, and excellent attendance.
Desired Qualifications
Eligibility for, or certification as an Orthotic Fitter, CFo, and Mastectomy Fitter, CFm, by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics.
Completion of an American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC) approved orthotic fitter pre-certification education course and/or has previous experience.
Experience with use of an electronic health record system, preferably EPIC or OPIE.
Work Schedule At least a half-time schedule up to a full-time schedule, depending on the availability of the candidate and the need in the clinic.
Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.
Job Opening ID 272217
Location Michigan Medicine – Ann Arbor, MI
U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Summary The University of Michigan Orthotics and Prosthetics Center is a large multi-disciplinary clinic dedicated to providing high quality orthotic, prosthetic, and pedorthic services for adults and children. The 30,000 square foot facility is located at 2850 S. Industrial Hwy, Ann Arbor, MI. We are actively seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented individuals who will share in the goal of creating the ideal experience for our patients, families and employees. As an Orthotic Fitter at Michigan Medicine, you will work within a diverse environment while fitting compression garments, prefabricated orthoses and post-mastectomy prostheses to improve patients' lives. You will possess the ability to provide clinical instruction to medical residents, prosthetic and orthotic trainees, and other medical professionals. The Orthotics and Prosthetics Center at Michigan Medicine is one of the few University based facilities in the country that offers comprehensive services and has been awarded the maximum three-year accreditation by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics.
Responsibilities
You will measure and fit soft goods including breast prostheses and gradient compression garments, as well as off-the-shelf orthoses, which require minimal adjustments to meet individual patient requirements.
You will request assistance from a certified orthotist when significant adjustments to orthoses are required, such as heating, bending, cutting.
You will conduct preliminary fittings, final fittings and adjustments.
You may operate machinery such as sewing machines and occasionally use others as required.
You will train orthotic residents in soft-goods and post-mastectomy breast prosthesis fitting procedures.
Required Qualifications
A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
Completion of manufacturer courses and/or has previous experience.
Ability to work in highly computerized environment.
Exhibit a professional and positive image when interacting with patients, faculty and staff.
Enforce a high standard of personal and professional conduct; possess excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills; and proven ability to be compatible with a diverse population.
Effectively work within a multidisciplinary team, handling multiple responsibilities in an energizing and fun environment.
Demonstrate prioritization skills, proficient computer and keyboarding skills, and excellent attendance.
Desired Qualifications
Eligibility for, or certification as an Orthotic Fitter, CFo, and Mastectomy Fitter, CFm, by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics.
Completion of an American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC) approved orthotic fitter pre-certification education course and/or has previous experience.
Experience with use of an electronic health record system, preferably EPIC or OPIE.
Work Schedule At least a half-time schedule up to a full-time schedule, depending on the availability of the candidate and the need in the clinic.
Modes of Work Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.
Job Opening ID 272217
Location Michigan Medicine – Ann Arbor, MI
U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
#J-18808-Ljbffr