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

Hanger, Inc.

. Provide or supervise comprehensive prosthetic and orthotic care .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeLufkin • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing comprehensive prosthetic and orthotic care, including assessment, design, fitting, and follow-up on treatment plans. Possesses strong communication and organizational skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals and ensure patient satisfaction.

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Prosthetic And Orthotic CareBoard Certification In Prosthetics And/or OrthoticsBiomechanics And Kinesiology KnowledgePatient Assessment And Treatment PlanningEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Prosthetic Device DesignOrthotic Device DesignStatic And Dynamic AlignmentsPatient Fitting And AdjustmentClinical Note DocumentationGait AnalysisMedical TerminologyComponentry UnderstandingBiomedical TechniquesPatient Care Instruction

Soft Skills

Effective Oral CommunicationActive ListeningTeam CollaborationOrganizational SkillsTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification From ABC Or BOCState Licensure (If Required)

Industry Keywords

Patient SatisfactionMedicare ComplianceOSHA RequirementsClinical TrainingHealthcare Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide or supervise comprehensive prosthetic and orthotic care
Assess patients and formulate, implement, and follow up on treatment plans
Collaborate with physicians to evaluate patient needs and recommend treatment options
Examine and evaluate patient needs related to disease and functional loss
Design prosthetic and orthotic devices
Select materials, make cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts
Perform fitting, 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 reconcile device issues to ensure patient satisfaction
Provide follow-up with patients and physicians
Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health care professionals
Manage materials, quality, performance, costs, and operational/financial performance
Develop relationships with physicians, case managers, and referral sources
Plan and implement strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets
Provide detailed clinical notes in patient records
Mentor residents or newly certified clinicians when requested
Assist other clinical staff
Support administrative reimbursement activities
Comply with safety, Medicare, governmental, bloodborne, and OSHA requirements
Perform other duties or special projects as assigned
May perform on-call or hospital calls, or float between multiple 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 and reporting skills
Ability to instruct clinical and non-clinical personnel and customers on patient care services
Active listening, reading and comprehension skills
Ability to assess patient condition and advise physicians on treatment options
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
Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques and lift fifty (50) pounds alone
Ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a work day
Sufficient near and distant visual acuity
Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions
Ability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility
Fine motor skills 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

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
Professional clinical expertise, established clinical practice guidelines, innovative technologies, specialized training & continuing education, and back office support