Job Description
Job Description
Overview
Come join our welcoming clinic in the heart of Ocala, proudly serving our community for over 30 years. You’ll work alongside a L/CPO/Clinic Manager, and L/CO, who provide strong clinical support in patient care, including off‑the‑shelf fittings, footwear and inserts, spinal bracing, and more. Our patient population spans all ages, with a primary focus on the geriatric community. We serve the greater Ocala area—and best of all, there is no on‑call requirement.
Ocala offers an exceptional quality of life with abundant parks, scenic trails, freshwater springs, and kayaking opportunities. The city continues to grow its foodie scene with food‑truck nights and after‑work community events. As the Horse Capital of the World, Ocala blends charm, recreation, and culture. Conveniently located, we’re just an hour from Gainesville, an hour and a half from Tampa, and a little over an hour from Orlando and its world‑class theme parks.
If you’re looking for a collaborative environment in a thriving, outdoor‑friendly community, we’d love to welcome you to our team.
Orthotic fitters provide independent patient care through the provision and adjustment of off the shelf and pre-fabricated orthoses, as defined by the ABC Scope of Practice. The certified fitter can be privileged to work under indirect supervision** of a certified orthotist on projects of moderate complexity or of a custom nature. They monitor the patients over time and make any necessary changes to the devices to keep them in good condition.
Responsibilities
Depending on the operational requirements, size of the Hanger Clinic and subject to limitations imposed by state and/or local law, this position may include some or all of the functions listed below.
- Examine and evaluate patient's needs in relation to disease and functional loss.
- Perform independent patient care for devices within scope
- Evaluate orthotic device on patient, adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work.
- Instruct patient in use of orthotic devices.
- Identify and reconcile issues/problems to ensure patient satisfaction with devices provided.
- Provide detailed clinical notes to patient records.
- Provide information to administrative staff to conduct reimbursement activities.
- Provide follow-up with patients and physicians.
- Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health care professionals.
- Provide assistance to other clinical staff.
- Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare, HIPAA and other governmental regulations; compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
- Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree preferred.
- Current certification as a Certified Fitter or Orthotics (i.e. American Board Certified (ABC)
- Must have, or be eligible to obtain, a valid driver’s license and driving record within the standards outlined within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures.