Prosthetist and Orthotist Clinician, CPO, Board Eligible

Hanger, Inc.

. Provide or supervise comprehensive prosthetic and orthotic care .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeDothan • Alabama • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in prosthetic and orthotic care, including patient evaluation, device design, fitting, and follow-up. Proficient in biomechanics, medical terminology, and effective communication with patients and healthcare professionals.

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Prosthetic And Orthotic CarePatient EvaluationDevice Design And FittingBoard Certification In Prosthetics And/or OrthoticsBiomechanics And Kinesiology

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Hard Skills

Prosthetic Device DesignOrthotic Device DesignPatient AssessmentGait AnalysisCast MeasurementStatic And Dynamic AlignmentMedical TerminologyQuality AssuranceReimbursement ActivitiesClinical Documentation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTeamworkOrganizational SkillsTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Board Certification In ProstheticsBoard Certification In OrthoticsABC Board-Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Patient CareMedicare ComplianceOSHA RequirementsBiomedical TechniquesClinical Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide or supervise comprehensive prosthetic and orthotic care
Collaborate with physicians to evaluate patient needs and recommend treatment options
Examine and evaluate patients in relation to disease and functional loss
Formulate designs for prosthetic and orthotic devices
Select materials, take cast measurements, modify models and prepare layouts
Perform fitting, including static and dynamic alignments
Evaluate, adjust and ensure device fit, function, medical efficacy and quality
Instruct patients in use of prosthetic and orthotic devices
Identify and reconcile device issues to ensure patient satisfaction
Follow up with patients and physicians
Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health professionals
Manage materials, quality and performance processes while balancing costs and operational performance
Meet with physicians, case managers and referral sources to review services, capabilities and develop referral relationships
Plan and implement strategies to meet or exceed revenue targets
Provide detailed clinical notes for patient records
Mentor residents or newly certified clinicians when applicable
Assist other clinical staff and administrative staff with reimbursement activities
Follow safety, Medicare, governmental, bloodborne pathogen and OSHA requirements
Perform other assigned duties or special projects
Potentially provide 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 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
In states where licensure is required, ability to obtain and maintain state licensure may be 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 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 objectives
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 independently
Ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a work day
Adequate near and distant visual acuity
Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions
Ability to push wheeled equipment
Fine motor skills for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment and supplies
Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours

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