Shoe Fitter - New Jersey
ARKRAY GROUP
Summary
This position will focus on and provide professional shoe fitting solutions for inpatient and ambulatory patients. Duties include evaluating patient's physical disabilities, disease or deformity to ensure the proper footwear is ordered. This is an individual position working on a variety of cases with minimal supervision. This position requires innovation and creativity in solving issues.
Job description
Essential Responsibilities
- Evaluates patients with physical disabilities, disease and deformity for appropriate footwear solutions.
- Consults with medical providers and therapists to understand the best footwear options for the patient.
- Measure patient's feet to ensure the correct footwear is ordered.
- Work with shoe manufacturer to order best footwear option.
- Takes appropriate measurements.
- Performs fitting and delivery of shoes to patients.
Knowledge and Skills
- Ability to obtain a shoe fitter certification.
- Candidates with a background as a Certified Shoe Fitter, Pedorthist, or Podiatrist (DPM) will be considered, provided they meet the required certification and qualification requirements for the role.
- Knowledge and ability to assist in evaluation of foot needs in a diverse population.
- Strong interpersonal skills within diverse populations.
- Knowledge of disabilities and diseases related to pedorthist.
- Ability to work collaboratively and participate in a team approach.
Requirements
- Ability to obtain a shoe fitter certification
- Background as a Certified Shoe Fitter, Pedorthist, or Podiatrist (DPM) considered
- Knowledge and ability to assist in evaluation of foot needs in a diverse population
- Strong interpersonal skills within diverse populations
- Knowledge of disabilities and diseases related to pedorthist
- Ability to work collaboratively and participate in a team approach
Company overview
ARKRAY GROUP is a leading Japanese multinational corporation specializing in in vitro diagnostics and medical device manufacturing, with a rich history spanning over 65 years since its establishment in 1960. Headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, the company has grown into a global healthcare solutions provider with operations across Asia, North America, Europe, and other regions. ARKRAY is renowned for pioneering innovations in diabetes care, having developed the world's first HbA1c analyzer and the first blood glucose monitoring system for long-term care facilities. The company's comprehensive product portfolio includes clinical chemistry analyzers, blood glucose monitoring systems, urinalysis equipment, immunodiagnostic products, and veterinary diagnostics. With annual sales of JPY 61.4 billion and approximately 2,202 employees worldwide, ARKRAY maintains a strong commitment to producing safe, reliable, and cost-effective healthcare products while delivering exceptional customer support. The company operates multiple manufacturing facilities globally and serves as a private-label manufacturer for major retailers, demonstrating its manufacturing excellence and market leadership in point-of-care testing solutions.