Orthotist/Prosthetist - Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Full time
Job Summary

This position functions primarily in the Orthotic-Prosthetic Laboratory Section of the Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service for the Jesse Brown Medical Center.

Responsibilities
  • Performs a comprehensive assessment of the patient to obtain an understanding of the patients prosthetic/orthotic needs.
  • Creates a comprehensive prosthetic/orthotic treatment plan to meet the needs and goals of the patient.
  • Performs the necessary procedures to deliver the appropriate prosthetic/orthotic services, which may include fabrication of the prosthesis or brace.
  • Provides continuing patient care and periodic evaluation to assure/maintain/document optimal fit and function of the device.
  • Complies with policies, procedures and regulations regarding human resource management, physical environment management, business/financial management and organizational management.
  • Participates in personal and professional development through continuing education, training, research and organizational affiliations.
Work Schedule

Full time, Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position

Functional Statement #

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:

Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

Financial Disclosure Report:

Not required



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