Resident, Prosthetics & Orthotics

Under the supervision and guidance of the Residency Director or Clinic Manager, a Resident is expected to learn over the duration of their residency to provide patient assessment, formulate and implement a treatment plan, follow-up best practices and practice management.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations and professional and ethical guidelines.
• Adhere to policies and procedures for patient care that comply with current medical, legal and third-party reimbursement requirements.
• Takes financial responsibility in day-to-day work by primarily using existing resources and following policies.
• Is increasingly aware of regulations and price list for invoicing, ensures customer is charged for time and consumed material.
• Reports to a more senior CPO or the nearest manager when serious deficiencies are detected in the business.
• Nearing the end of Residency, virtually always performs skills or behaviors effectively, but may require assistance or guidance in unusual circumstances.
• Review patient's prescription/referral and takes a comprehensive patient history.
• Perform a diagnosis-specific clinical, functional and cognitive examination and makes an analysis of the user's needs from a holistic perspective.
• Develop and implement a treatment plan which includes patient education and follow-up based on patient evaluation, medical necessity, aesthetic considerations, patient's goals and expectations and treatment goals.
• Perform initial fitting, assessment and alignment of orthosis/prosthesis in sagittal, transverse and coronal planes to achieve maximum function and ensure patient safety.
• Instructs the user both theoretically and practically on how to use and take care of the prescribed product.
• Assesses and document's function and benefit and plans follow-ups if necessary.
• Provides clients with information about what services are offered.
• Ensure laboratory/fabrication areas are clean and organized.
• Maintain and follow manufacturer and quality control standards.
• Attend and participate in daily huddle(s) and other meetings as required/requested.
• Follow policies & procedures and protocols.
• Complete all required training.
• Perform additional duties as needed.