Summary
Assists the orthotist or prosthetist in performing patient evaluation, casting, measurement and fitting of orthoses or prostheses. Directly or indirectly supervised by an orthotist or prosthetist. Has completed on the job training or one or more of the following: formal Assistant training, formal Technician training, and manufacturer's fitting courses. Is eligible for or has passed the American Board for Certification as an Assistant. This Classification requires registration, certification or licensure with the appropriate agency as identified on the Primary Source Verification Matrix. Under FLSA, incumbents in this position are nonexempt.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Responsibilities*
? Assist the ABC practitioner in examining and evaluating patients for orthotic and/or prosthetic devices in relation to disease and functional muscle loss.
? Assist in the assessment and measurement for orthotic and/ or prosthetic devices for factors affecting fit and use.
? Assist ABC practitioners in determining type, design and specifications for orthoses and/or protheses be used.
? Assist with the fit of the device in consultation with the ABC practitioner, physician and patient.
? Provide soft-goods and off-the-shelf fittings and support.
? Assist practitioners and technicians in the selection of components and materials necessary for fabrication of devices.
? Assist with modification of plaster molds as requested.
? Assist with CAD/CAM modifications as requested.
? Provide instruction to patients in the proper use and care of devices.
? Assist in determining the repair and maintenance of devices.
? Participate as a member of the rehabilitation team as requested.
? Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
RELATED DUTIES
Perform other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
General supervision is received by division clinical/technical director, ABC- certified practitioners and the medical staff.
SUPERVISION EXCERCISED
Functional supervision is exercised over students and support staff.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.
Required Qualifications*
? High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
? Some experience in Orthotics and Prosthetics is necessary.
? Registration as an Orthotist and Prosthetist Clinical Assistant by the American Board for in Orthotics and Prosthetics is necessary.
Non-Certified:
May just be starting training or has completed on-the-job training and some manufacturer's fitting courses.
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.