Orthotist-Prosthetist

This position functions within the Orthotic-Prosthetic Clinic section of the Rehabilitation and Extended Care Line at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center. The Orthotist/Prosthetist provides the appropriate orthotic and/or prosthetic devices and treatment to meet the needs and goals of the patient. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and may be taken down at any time. Applications will be reviewed and referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. Duties of the Orthotist/Prosthetist may include, but are not limited to: Assists in formulating the treatment plan by performing a diagnosis-specific functional clinical examination, including manual muscle-testing, gait assessment and evaluation of sensory function, cognitive ability, range of motion, joint stability, skin integrity and compliance. Consults with other health care professionals and caregivers about patient's condition to assist in formulating a treatment plan. Communicates with patient and/or caregiver about the recommended treatment plan, and any optional plans, to involve them in orthotic or prosthetic care; include disclosure of potential risks/benefits. Verifies patient care by documenting history, ongoing care and follow-up, using established record-keeping techniques. Refers patient, if appropriate, to other health care professionals (e.g., psychologist, therapist, physician) for intervention beyond orthotic/prosthetic scope of practice. Formulates treatment goals and expected orthotic/prosthetic outcomes to reduce pain/increase comfort, enhance function and independence, provide stability, prevent deformity, address cosmesis and/or promote healing. Identifies appropriate materials, components and specifications for orthosis/prosthesis based on patient criteria to ensure optimum strength, durability and function as required. Prepares delineation/impression/template for modification/fabrication. Assesses devices for structural safety and ensure that manufacturers' guidelines have been followed prior to patient fitting/delivery. Completes fabrication process after achieving optimal fit of orthosis/prosthesis. Educates/counsels patient and/or caregiver about the use and maintenance of the orthosis/prosthesis. Develops a plan for patient needs, including patient education and follow-up. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (subject to change based on the needs of the facility) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 580-01229-F; 580-01230-F; 580-01231-F; 580-01232-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES : Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: 1. United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. 2. Education: A bachelor's degree or higher in orthotics and prosthetics from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited program. OR, A bachelor's degree or higher in any major along with a post-graduate orthotics or prosthetics certificate from a CAAHEP accredited program. Foreign Graduates. Graduates of foreign degree programs must have proof of a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (or foreign equivalent, as verified through an independent credential evaluation company), with a specialization in orthotics and prosthetics. 3. Board Certification. Candidates must be board certified by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) or the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC) as an orthotist, prosthetist, or orthotist/prosthetist. The board certificate must be curr

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