Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist
$80,000 - $100,000 yearly
- New Horizons Orthotics & Prosthetics
- Kearney, NE, United States
- Aug 15, 2026
Job Description
*Job Summary*
We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide expert assessment, fitting, and adjustment of orthotic and prosthetic devices to enhance patient mobility, independence, and quality of life. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes through personalized care, clinical collaboration, and innovative device solutions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your clinical skills and compassionate approach make a real difference.
*Responsibilities*
* Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical examinations and biomechanical evaluations, to determine appropriate orthotic or prosthetic interventions.
* Design, fit, adjust, and modify orthotic and prosthetic devices tailored to individual patient needs, ensuring optimal functionality and comfort.
* Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams—including physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals—to develop integrated treatment plans.
* Educate patients on device usage, maintenance, and care to promote adherence and maximize therapeutic benefits.
* Maintain detailed clinical documentation in accordance with confidentiality policies and medical terminology standards.
* Stay current with advances in biomechanics, anatomy, physiology, and orthotic/prosthetic technology through continuing medical education (CME) training.
* Ensure strict adherence to aseptic techniques during device fabrication and fitting procedures to uphold safety standards.
*Experience*
* Valid certification as a Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist from an accredited organization.
* Post-residency experience in orthotics and prosthetics practice with demonstrated proficiency in device fitting and adjustment.
* Proven ability to perform detailed patient assessments including physical examinations and functional evaluations.
* Experience working with pediatric populations is highly desirable, along with familiarity with pediatric biomechanics.
* Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and orthopedic devices essential for effective patient care.
* Prior experience practicing in a clinical setting that emphasizes patient service, confidentiality policies, and interprofessional collaboration is preferred.
Join us in delivering exceptional patient-centered care by combining your technical expertise with compassionate service!
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide expert assessment, fitting, and adjustment of orthotic and prosthetic devices to enhance patient mobility, independence, and quality of life. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes through personalized care, clinical collaboration, and innovative device solutions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your clinical skills and compassionate approach make a real difference.
*Responsibilities*
* Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including physical examinations and biomechanical evaluations, to determine appropriate orthotic or prosthetic interventions.
* Design, fit, adjust, and modify orthotic and prosthetic devices tailored to individual patient needs, ensuring optimal functionality and comfort.
* Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams—including physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals—to develop integrated treatment plans.
* Educate patients on device usage, maintenance, and care to promote adherence and maximize therapeutic benefits.
* Maintain detailed clinical documentation in accordance with confidentiality policies and medical terminology standards.
* Stay current with advances in biomechanics, anatomy, physiology, and orthotic/prosthetic technology through continuing medical education (CME) training.
* Ensure strict adherence to aseptic techniques during device fabrication and fitting procedures to uphold safety standards.
*Experience*
* Valid certification as a Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist from an accredited organization.
* Post-residency experience in orthotics and prosthetics practice with demonstrated proficiency in device fitting and adjustment.
* Proven ability to perform detailed patient assessments including physical examinations and functional evaluations.
* Experience working with pediatric populations is highly desirable, along with familiarity with pediatric biomechanics.
* Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and orthopedic devices essential for effective patient care.
* Prior experience practicing in a clinical setting that emphasizes patient service, confidentiality policies, and interprofessional collaboration is preferred.
Join us in delivering exceptional patient-centered care by combining your technical expertise with compassionate service!
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person