Orthotics-Prosthetics Practitioner

Job Description

The Harborview Prosthetics and Orthotics Clinics have an outstanding opportunity for an Orthotics-Prosthetics Practitioner.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Per Diem
• Day shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• The Prosthetics Orthotics Practitioner is responsible for providing direct patient care at multiple UW Medicine facilities including the Prosthetic-Orthotic Laboratory at the UW Medical Center, inpatient and outpatient locations at Harborview Medical Center, and inpatient and outpatient locations at UWMC.
• Be expected to demonstrate technical and professional competence in the use of specialized skills encompassing evaluation and assessment, treatment, and consultation in the area of prosthetics and orthotics.
• Be skilled in measuring, designing, fabricating, assembling, fitting, aligning, and adjusting, as well as providing initial patient training to fit the prosthesis and will provide custom-fabricated and prefabricated orthotic devices including direct-formed orthotic devices, commercially available knee orthoses, foot orthoses, and spinal orthoses.
• Must work collaboratively with the members of the rehabilitation team and effectively communicate with patients, families, community resource representatives, and third party payers and is expected to participate in professional development activities and clinical teaching as appropriate.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

UW Medicine Rehabilitation - Our multidisciplinary team is centered around compassion and innovation.  We work closely with many types of specialists to give each patient the best possible path to recovery. Our passion and dedication to our purpose has allowed us to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation programs in the nation. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community!

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess patient needs applying knowledge of anatomy and kinesiology synthesizes and reports assessment verbally and in writing
• Designs and modify prosthetic and orthotic devices to meet patient requirements
• Perform fitting and fabrication techniques of prosthetic and orthotic devices
• Provide patient and family education in the use and maintenance of prosthetic and orthotic devices
• Direct the work of Orthotics/Prosthetics Technicians, students and volunteers and assist in supervision of Orthotic and Prosthetic Residents

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited Prosthetic-Orthotic Practitioner program

AND 

Eligible for certification by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics

OR 

Equivalent education/experience.

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine.  It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County.  It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.  

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

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ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER 

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. 

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.