Orthopedic Technician

Summary

The Orthopedic Technician position is within the Prosthetic Treatment Center, Orthotic & Prosthetic (O&P) Services at the VA Medical Center located in Hampton, VA.

Duties

** *THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION***

Major duties include but are not limited to: Completes Certified Fitter course and obtains/maintains certification; Greets and assists Veterans requiring non-custom orthotic devices, which include but are not limited to: braces for upper and lower extremities, spinal orthoses, soft goods, diabetic shoes, ankle/knee immobilizers and supports, corsets and compression hosiery; Conducts interviews to ensure Veteran and caregiver understand what device has been requested by the provider and purpose of device; Takes measurements, fits and applies orthotic devices; Instructs Veteran on appropriate use and safety of device and the care and maintenance of device; Inspects orthotic devices for defects and validates manufacturer safety labeling prior to dispense, ensures fit and function of device and instructs on how to obtain repair and/or replacement, when required; Performs minor adjustments/modifications to orthotic devices to ensure proper fit and function is achieved (., stretch shoes, add or remove to adjust orthoses to properly fit, cut inserts to fit inside shoes, ; Receives and analyzes electronic Prosthetic consults (prescriptions) generated through the computer system for orthotic devices from physicians, therapists and other medical center personnel to ensure consult is accurately completed; Reviews disability and/or diagnosis International Classification of Diseases (ICD) code for which the device is being prescribed to ensure the provider has entered proper documentation notes or medical justification to support the medical need; Examines clinical health records to validate eligibility and entitlement for orthotic devices; Uses office equipment such as computers, facsimile machines, scanners, printers, copiers, calculators and telephone in order to complete work and perform patient care; Conducts product and technology research regarding orthotic devices and associated services from local and national sources; and Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI) : Not Approved
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.

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