Prosthetist and Orthotist Clinician, CPO, CO, Board Eligible

Hanger, Inc.

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

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeTorrance • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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

Highest-signal resume keywords

Board Certification In Prosthetics And/or OrthoticsProsthetic And Orthotic Device DesignPatient Evaluation And Treatment RecommendationsBiomechanics And Kinesiology KnowledgeEffective Oral And Written Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Prosthetic Device FittingOrthotic Device FittingGait AnalysisCast MeasurementModel ModificationQuality AssessmentPatient InstructionClinical Note DocumentationOperational ManagementRevenue Target Implementation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementActive ListeningTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

ABC Board CertificationBOC CertificationState Licensure

Industry Keywords

Medical TerminologyBiomechanicsPathomechanicsAnatomy And PhysiologyBloodborne Pathogen ComplianceOSHA ComplianceMedicare Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate patients’ needs related to disease and functional loss
Collaborate with physicians to evaluate prosthetic and/or orthotic needs and recommend 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 optimize device fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality
Instruct patients in the use of prosthetic and/or orthotic devices
Identify and resolve 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, performance, costs, and operational/financial outcomes
Meet with physicians, case managers, and referral sources to review services and develop referral relationships
Implement strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets
Provide detailed clinical notes for patient records
Mentor residents or newly certified clinicians when needed
Assist other clinical staff
Support administrative reimbursement activities
Comply with safety, Medicare, governmental, bloodborne, and OSHA requirements
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Potentially provide on-call or hospital-call coverage and float between Hanger Clinic locations
If not certified, provide care under the direction of a certified clinician

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current board certification in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics from ABC or BOC, or a baccalaureate degree in prosthetics and/or orthotics (or foreign equivalent) and current ABC Board-Eligibility in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics
Valid driver’s license and driving record meeting Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures
Ability to obtain and maintain state licensure where required
Candidates not certified or board-eligible may be considered with at least 5 years of demonstrated 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 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, 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 independently
Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during the workday
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 and 4 additional floating holidays
PTO including vacation and sick time
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) 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
Student loan repayment assistance by location
Relocation assistance
Regional and national traveling CPO/CO/CP opportunities
Volunteering opportunities at local and national events such as Hanger’s BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest
Bonus compensation