Pedorthist Certified

The Certified Pedorthist is responsible for the provision of professional orthotic treatment for patients. The incumbent isproficient in evaluating patients with physical disabilities disease or deformity for appropriate orthotic treatment. Inconsultation with other medical staff residents and therapists the Pedorthist determines optimal treatment plan andselects appropriate foot orthoses and pedorthic footwear. The incumbent is responsible for and/or oversight of thedesign fabrication fitting and modification of foot orthoses and pedorthic footwear. This is an independent positionresponsible for working on a variety of cases with minimal supervision. May provide care to patients in multiple practicelocations

Assesses patients foot and lower limb conditions through evaluations including gait analysis and biomechanicalassessments to accurately diagnose and understand patients specific needs.
Interprets patient assessment information to develop a comprehensive plan for patient management to achieve providerprescription goals.
Collaborates with medical staff residents therapists on optimal treatment plan for pedorthotic services; recommendtreatment options to physicians when necessary.
Designs and fabricates custom orthotic devices such as shoe inserts braces and footwear modifications based onpatients individual requirements and in accordance with prescription to provide patients with personalized solutions thataddress their foot and lower limb conditions.
Evaluate pedorthotic device and any collateral prosthetic or orthotic devices on patient adjust to assure fit functionmedical efficacy and quality of work.
Use computerized techniques to design and create three-dimensional models for the manufacturer for specializedfootwear.
Select appropriate orthosis.
o Prefabricated Orthoses Takes appropriate measurements. Fitting and adjustment of orthosis. Evaluation offunction. Instruction on use. Follow-up care.
o Custom Made Orthoses Takes measurements and plaster impression needed for fabrication of orthotic device. Skillfully applies knowledge of tools and machines in the Orthotics and Prosthetics Laboratory to fabricate the includes model modification component selection and fitting vacu-forming and finishing processing. Finishesorthosis for fitting or instructs and guides technician to do so. Performs fitting and delivery of orthosis to patient. Instructs patient and/or family on proper use and care of orthosis and goals of treatment. Provides follow-up care withmodification and repair as needed.
Document visit notes codes and other information into the patients chart to maintain an accurate and complete medicalrecord of patient assessments treatment plans and progress notes to ensure continuity of care.
Utilize effective materials management quality and performance processes to maximize device quality and medicalefficacy maintaining a proper balance between costs and operational/financial performance.
Monitor inventory for patient devices and supplies to ensure successful delivery of items.
Stays updated on the latest advancements in pedorthic practices technologies and industry trends to enhanceknowledge and skills. Complete CEU requirements to maintain certification.
Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:Required: High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of American Board Certification approved PedorthicEducation pre-certification education course
Preferred: Bachelors degree in Kinesiology Podiatry or a related field

EXPERIENCE:Required: Completion of 1000 hours of supervised pedorthic patient care experience obtained either before or aftercompletion of pedorthic education program OR if hold a nationally recognized license/certification in a related alliedhealth profession may complete 500 hours of supervised pedorthic patient care experience Preferred: Two yearsexperience as a Pedorthist

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:Required: American Board for Certification (ABC) Certified Pedorthist (.)