Certified Orthotist

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity?

We currently have a full-time opening for a Licensed and/or Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist in Miami, FL. If you are looking for a fast-paced environment where you can make a difference every day, this is the opportunity for you! This position provides specialized care to patients with disabling conditions of limb or spine by manufacturing, fitting, and preparing custom and prefabricated orthotics.

Your day will be very busy... you will:

• Acts as the functional owner for managing the day-to-day care of assigned patients to ensure timely delivery of products and services. Includes accurate coding for their claims and maintaining knowledge of Medicare rules and policies regarding coding and documentation requirements.
• Participates in the formulation of specifications for braces and patient-specific treatment plans.
• Examines and evaluates patient's needs in relation to disease and functional loss.
• Formulates and manufactures design of orthosis.
• Selects materials, makes cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts.
• Performs fitting, including static and dynamic alignments.
• Evaluate orthosis on patient and makes adjustments to assure fit, function, and quality of work.
• Instructs patient in use of the orthopedic brace.
• Maintains patient records.
• Functions as a team member within the department as well as cross-functionally as required, contributing to and providing accurate clinical documentation, assisting in accurate billing and coding as necessary.

The right person to join our team ...

Demonstrates ownership and accountability; the ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal; effective interpersonal skills, customer service orientation, and empathy skills to interact effectively with patients who may have a severe disability; the ability to assist in business development by way of sales, in-servicing and marketing efforts

What your background will be:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study and 5+ years relevant experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Certified by American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthotics, or Certified by the Board of Certification of Orthotics and Prosthetics.
• State licensing, where applicable.
• Prefer completion of a National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) accredited residency program and certification by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthotics (ABC).
• Computer proficient to include web browser/internet search, MS Outlook, and Word capabilities. Technical competence includes the ability to learn new software and systems.

Other Requirements

• Moderate travel; driving <20%
• On-call rotation within market territory; may require receiving and responding to voicemail messages, carrying a pager or cell phone.
• Immunization credentials as required by the facility.
• Breg's Medicare accreditation status requires its employees in close physical contact with patients (Direct Care) to maintain certain immunizations, health screenings, related training, and criminal background checks.
• Maintain certification and continue education as required for licensure and/or certification.

What we can offer you...

Our insurance benefits are effective the 1^st of the month after your hire date.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability plans
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Company paid Holiday Pay
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance

For more information regarding Company benefits, please see https://www.breg.com/benefits

Salary/Pay Range: $75,300-$108,800 annually, plus bonus eligibility

This range reflects the minimum and maximum target range for new hire base salary/pay across all US locations. Actual pay is based on many factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographical location, work experience, skill set, relevant trainings and certifications, and business needs. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for bonus, commission, equity, etc.

For six consecutive years, Breg was awarded The National Business Research Institute (NBRI) circle of Excellence Award for employee engagement.

If you meet the requirements above and would like to apply for this position, please visit our website at www.breg.com and click on the 'Careers' section.

Breg is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to a diverse work force and Drug Free work environment. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company will not sponsor applicants for a work visa for this position.