Orthotist
Alpharetta, GA - USA
Job Summary
Location: Company Headquarters or Production Facility
Employment Type: Permanent / Flexible
Department: Occupational Health and Employee Wellness
Company Name is a leading agricultural company specializing in the cultivation processing and distribution of high-quality crops and agricultural products. With a strong commitment to innovation sustainability workplace safety and employee well-being we strive to create a healthy and supportive work environment for our workforce.
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Orthotist to join our Occupational Health and Employee Wellness team. The Orthotist will provide specialized orthotic care to employees requiring support for musculoskeletal conditions injuries physical disabilities or rehabilitation needs.
The Orthotist will be responsible for evaluating patients developing individualized treatment plans and designing fitting and adjusting orthotic devices to improve mobility stability function and quality of life. The successful candidate will work closely with physicians physical therapists occupational therapists occupational health professionals and other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive patient care.
The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical assessment skills knowledge of biomechanics and human anatomy technical expertise in orthotic devices and excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate physical conditions mobility limitations musculoskeletal disorders injuries and functional needs.
Design recommend fit and adjust custom and prefabricated orthotic devices based on individual patient requirements.
Take accurate measurements impressions molds and digital scans for the fabrication of orthotic devices.
Develop individualized orthotic treatment plans in consultation with physicians physical therapists occupational therapists and other healthcare professionals.
Fit and provide devices such as ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) knee-ankle-foot orthoses (KAFOs) spinal orthoses knee braces upper-extremity orthoses and other supportive devices.
Evaluate the fit comfort alignment and functionality of orthotic devices.
Perform follow-up assessments and make necessary modifications adjustments or repairs to orthotic devices.
Educate patients and their families on the proper use care maintenance and safety of prescribed orthotic devices.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans based on clinical outcomes and functional improvements.
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records evaluations treatment plans fitting information and follow-up documentation.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare and rehabilitation teams to support optimal patient outcomes.
Assist occupational health teams in developing return-to-work plans and appropriate workplace accommodations for employees recovering from injuries.
Provide recommendations to promote safe mobility and reduce the risk of further injury in agricultural and production work environments.
Follow applicable healthcare regulations infection-control procedures safety standards and professional ethical guidelines.
Stay current with advances in orthotic technology materials fabrication methods biomechanics and rehabilitation practices.
Bachelors or Masters degree in Orthotics and Prosthetics or a related field from an accredited institution.
Certification as an Orthotist through the American Board for Certification in Orthotics Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC) or equivalent recognized certification.
Current state licensure where required.
Minimum of 23 years of professional experience as an Orthotist or in a related orthotic rehabilitation setting.
Strong knowledge of orthotic assessment design fabrication fitting and modification.
Knowledge of human anatomy physiology biomechanics gait analysis and rehabilitation principles.
Experience with upper-extremity lower-extremity and spinal orthotic devices.
Excellent communication interpersonal and patient education skills.
Strong analytical critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Proficiency in maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation.
Experience in occupational health rehabilitation industrial healthcare or employee wellness settings.
Experience working with patients recovering from workplace or musculoskeletal injuries.
Familiarity with CAD/CAM technology digital scanning and modern orthotic fabrication techniques.
Knowledge of workplace ergonomics injury prevention and return-to-work programs.
Experience supporting individuals working in physically demanding agricultural or industrial environments is a plus.
The Orthotist will primarily work in a clinical or occupational health environment located at Company Headquarters or Production Facility. The role may occasionally require visits to agricultural fields processing facilities or other company locations to evaluate workplace conditions and employee accommodation requirements.
The position may involve standing for extended periods assisting patients during mobility and gait assessments and handling orthotic equipment and materials. Occasional travel between company facilities may be required.
Company Name offers a competitive compensation package based on experience qualifications and certification. Benefits may include:
Medical dental and vision insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off and company holidays
Employee health and wellness programs
Professional development opportunities
Continuing education support
Flexible scheduling options
Company Name is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse inclusive and supportive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.