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HME Orthotic Fitter

WVU Medicine, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States, 26501

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Overview

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. Core Duties and Responsibilities

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. Assist with fitting and delivery of prefabricated orthotic devices and/or soft goods. Provide professional customer service and appropriate patient education. Represent the company in a positive manner at all times. Will not provide care and services to unstable cervical or spine conditions. Will not provide acute treatment of long bone fractures and dislocations. Assist with patient assessment, formulation of a plan for care and discussion of any follow up needs. Assist with patient fitting and instruction with off the shelf orthotic devices as prescribed as well as ancillary durable medical equipment products. Obtain patient demographics and authorizations as necessary prior to fitting the patients’ orthotic devices and follow through with computer entry as directed. Create and complete sales orders. Obtain patients’ authorization and signatures. Communicate effectively with referrals for any additional information. Assist in ordering and maintaining inventory and inventory records. Qualifications and Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, Certification, and/or Licensure:

High school diploma or equivalent. Must obtain orthotic fitter certification within 18 months of hire. Experience:

Two (2) years of experience in orthotic fitting. OR Certification options include: Certified Athletic Trainer OR Certified Physical Therapy Assistant OR Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant OR Certified Medical Assistant. Must obtain orthotic fitter certification within 18 months of hire. Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare or related field

(if applicable). Must obtain orthotic fitter certification within 18 months of hire. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Two (2) years’ experience in home medical equipment and patient care or athletic training. Core Requirements

Physical Requirements

Sedentary physical demand levels with frequent sitting in offices or meetings operating computers, printers, scanners, telephones and other office equipment. Stand and walk around the office to provide services and attend meetings. Occasional lifting, carrying, pulling and holding up to a light range (10-20 lbs). Working Environment

May be exposed to fluctuating temperatures. Skills and Abilities

Ability to think critically. Ability to be a team player. Ability to demonstrate great interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to demonstrate ownership and accountability. Additional Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Non-Exempt Shift:

United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company:

SHC WVUHS Home Care Cost Center:

391 GHC DME Closets Address:

6040 University Town Center Drive, Morgantown, West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

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