Prosthetist and/or Orthotist Clinician, CPO, CO, CP

Hanger, Inc.

. Collaborate with physicians to evaluate and analyze patients’ need for prosthetic and/or orthotic services.

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeDakota Dunes • South Dakota • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Prosthetics and Orthotics, including patient evaluation, device design, fitting, and adjustment. Proficient in biomechanics, medical terminology, and effective communication with patients and healthcare professionals.

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Board Certification In Prosthetics And/or OrthoticsPatient Evaluation And Treatment RecommendationDevice Design And FittingBiomechanics And Kinesiology KnowledgeEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Prosthetic Device DesignOrthotic Device DesignPatient AssessmentGait AnalysisModel ModificationsStatic And Dynamic AlignmentsQuality And Performance ManagementClinical DocumentationMaterial SelectionCasting Techniques

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementTeam CollaborationActive Listening

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification From ABC Or BOCState Licensure In Prosthetics And/or Orthotics

Industry Keywords

ProstheticsOrthoticsMedical EfficacyPatient SatisfactionHealthcare CollaborationOSHA ComplianceMedicare RequirementsClinical TrainingReferral RelationshipsBiomedical Techniques

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with physicians to evaluate and analyze patients’ need for prosthetic and/or orthotic services.
Recommend treatment options to physicians when necessary.
Examine and evaluate patient needs related to disease and functional loss.
Formulate designs for prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
Select materials, take cast measurements, perform model modifications and layouts.
Perform fitting, including static and dynamic alignments.
Evaluate and adjust devices for fit, function, medical efficacy and quality.
Instruct patients in use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices.
Identify and reconcile issues to ensure patient satisfaction.
Provide follow-up with patients and physicians.
Provide in-service training to physicians and allied healthcare professionals.
Manage materials, quality and performance processes to maximize device quality and medical efficacy while balancing costs and operational/financial performance.
Meet with physicians, case managers and referral sources to review services and capabilities and develop referral relationships.
Plan and implement strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets with management.
Provide detailed clinical notes to patient records.
Mentor residents or newly certified clinicians as needed.
Assist other clinical staff.
Provide information to administrative staff for reimbursement activities.
Follow safety, Medicare, governmental, bloodborne and OSHA requirements.
Perform other assigned duties or special projects.
May perform on-call or hospital calls, or 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 the standards outlined within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures.
In states where licensure is required, the ability to obtain and maintain state licensure may be required as well.
Candidates certified in one discipline may see patients in their certified discipline 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 the supervision of a certified clinician.
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 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.
Good interpersonal, organizational, time management and planning skills.
Ability to work effectively as a team member.
Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques and lift 50 pounds alone.
Ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a work day.
Visual acuity sufficient to maintain records, recognize people and understand written direction.
Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
Ability to push wheeled equipment.
Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment and supplies.
Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in accordance with state labor laws.

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