Certified Orthotic Fitter / Certified Orthotic & Prosthetic Assistant

Hanger, Inc.

. Examine and evaluate patients’ needs in relation to disease and functional loss .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeAnderson • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fitting and delivering non-custom orthotic devices while ensuring patient satisfaction and adherence to safety regulations. Possesses strong communication and organizational skills to effectively instruct patients and collaborate with healthcare professionals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Certified Fitter CertificationNon-Custom Orthotic Device FittingMedical Terminology ProficiencyEffective Communication SkillsPatient Care Instruction

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Hard Skills

Orthotic Device EvaluationPatient CareClinical Note DocumentationReimbursement Process SupportDevice Adjustment and Monitoring

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationActive ListeningOrganizational SkillsIntegrity

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Fitter CertificationAmerican Board Certified (ABC)

Industry Keywords

HIPAA ComplianceOSHA RequirementsPatient SatisfactionHealthcare CollaborationMedical Efficacy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Examine and evaluate patients’ needs in relation to disease and functional loss
Perform independent patient care for devices within scope
Evaluate orthotic devices on patients and adjust them to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work
Instruct patients in use of orthotic devices
Identify and reconcile issues/problems to ensure patient satisfaction with devices provided
Provide detailed clinical notes to patient records
Provide information to administrative staff to conduct reimbursement activities
Provide follow-up with patients and physicians
Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health care professionals
Provide assistance to other clinical staff
Adhere to all safety regulations and comply with Medicare, HIPAA, governmental, bloodborne, and OSHA requirements
Perform other duties or special projects as assigned
Work under indirect supervision of a certified orthotist on projects of moderate complexity or custom nature when appropriately privileged
Monitor patients over time and make necessary changes to devices to keep them in good condition

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
Associate degree preferred
Current certification as a Certified Fitter or Orthotics (i.e. American Board Certified (ABC)
Must have, or be eligible to obtain, a valid driver’s license and driving record within the standards outlined within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures
Demonstrated ability to effectively fit and deliver non-custom orthotic devices, including cervical orthoses not requiring more than minor modification, pressure gradient hose, trusses, non-complex prefabricated spinal orthoses, and prefabricated orthoses of upper and lower extremities (excluding those used in treatment of bone fractures)
Thorough understanding of medical terminology
Effective communication skills for accurate, concise, and organized oral and written presentations and reports to patients and staff
Ability to instruct clinical and non-clinical personnel and customers on objectives of patient care services
Active listening, reading, and comprehension skills for analyzing reports, charts, and correspondence
Good interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships with physicians, therapists, and patients
Ability to work effectively as a team member
Effective organizational, time management, and planning skills
Act with integrity in all ways and at all times, remaining honest, transparent, and respectful in all relationships
Keep the patient at the center of everything that you do, building lifelong trust
Foster open collaboration and constructive dialogue with everyone around you
Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change
Focus on superior outcomes, and calibrate work processes for outstanding results

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Compensation Packages
8 Paid National Holidays & 4 additional Floating Holidays
PTO that includes Vacation and Sick time
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
401k Savings and Retirement Plan
Paid Parental Bonding Leave for New Parents
Flexible Work Schedules and Part-time Opportunities
Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
Mentorship Programs- Mentor and Mentee
Student Loan Repayment Assistance by Location
Relocation Assistance
Regional & National traveling CPO/CO/CP opportunities
Volunteering for Local and National events such as Hanger’s BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest