Certified Prosthetist Orthotist/CO, Pediatric Specialist

Hanger, Inc.

. Evaluate pediatric patients’ needs related to disease and functional loss .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeNew Orleans • Louisiana • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in evaluating pediatric patients' needs and recommending appropriate prosthetic and orthotic treatment options. Proficient in biomechanics, pathomechanics, and medical terminology, with strong communication and mentoring skills.

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Board Certification In Prosthetics And/or OrthoticsProsthetic And Orthotic Device DesignBiomechanics And Pathomechanics KnowledgeEffective Communication SkillsPatient Assessment And Treatment Recommendation

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Hard Skills

Prosthetic Device FittingOrthotic Device FittingGait AnalysisKinesiologyAnatomy And PhysiologyComponentry UnderstandingClinical Note MaintenancePatient Condition AssessmentMaterial Selection And ModificationBiomedical Techniques

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeamworkOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementActive Listening

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification From ABC Or BOCState Licensure

Industry Keywords

Pediatric RehabilitationProstheticsOrthoticsMedical TerminologyPatient SatisfactionRevenue TargetsOSHA ComplianceBloodborne Pathogen StandardsClinical TrainingReferral Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate pediatric patients’ needs related to disease and functional loss
Collaborate with physicians, therapists and rehabilitation team members
Recommend prosthetic and/or orthotic treatment options
Formulate designs for prosthetic and/or orthotic devices
Select materials, take cast measurements, modify models and prepare layouts
Fit devices, including static and dynamic alignments
Evaluate, adjust and ensure device fit, function, medical efficacy and quality
Instruct patients in the use of prosthetic and orthotic devices
Identify and resolve device issues to ensure patient satisfaction
Provide follow-up with patients and physicians
Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health professionals
Manage materials, quality and performance processes while balancing cost and operational performance
Meet with physicians, case managers and referral sources to review services and develop referral relationships
Implement strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets
Maintain detailed clinical notes in patient records
Mentor residents or newly certified clinicians when needed
Assist other clinical staff
Support administrative reimbursement activities
Follow safety, Medicare, governmental, bloodborne pathogen and OSHA requirements
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
May perform on-call or hospital calls and float between Hanger Clinic locations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current board certification in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics from the American Board for Certification (ABC) or the Board of Certification (BOC), or a baccalaureate degree in prosthetics and/or orthotics, or the foreign equivalent, and current ABC Board-Eligibility in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics
A valid driver’s license and driving record within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures standards
Ability to obtain and maintain state licensure where required
Candidates certified in one discipline may be considered while completing residency in the other discipline
Candidates who are not certified or board-eligible may be considered with at least 5 years of demonstrated past experience providing prosthetic and/or orthotic services under a certified clinician’s supervision
Thorough understanding of biomechanics, pathomechanics, gait analysis, kinesiology, anatomy and physiology
Thorough understanding of componentry and its suitability and reliability for specific uses
Thorough understanding of medical terminology
Effective oral and written communication and presentation skills
Ability to instruct clinical and non-clinical personnel and customers
Active listening, reading and comprehension skills
Ability to assess patient condition and advise physicians on treatment options
Interpersonal, teamwork, organizational, time management and planning skills
Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques and lift 50 pounds alone
Ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly
Sufficient near and distant visual acuity
Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions
Ability to push wheeled equipment
Adequate fine motor skills
Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities

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