Orthotics Intern – Orthotics and Prosthetics Clinic (2340) (Healthcare)
Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking an Orthotics Intern to: - Provide orthotic and/or prosthetics treatment to patients including the evaluation, design, fabrication, fitting and modification. - Assist in treating injuries, diseases, amputations, and defects that impair patient's nervous or musculoskeletal systems using orthoses and protheses. - Coordinate fabrication activities and follow up care and assist in scheduling. Education: Minimum - Graduate from an accredited Orthotics and Prosthetics Practitioner program Work Experience: Preferred - Experience in Orthotics and Prosthetics Lab and Orthotics and Prosthetics patient care Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: - Knowledge of orthotic and prosthetic devices and their usage. - Knowledge of disabilities and diseases related to orthotics and prosthetics. - Skill in evaluating patient's orthotic and prosthetic needs in ages neonatal to geriatric. - Skill in casting techniques and model modification. - Skill in fabrication of custom orthoses and prostheses, including vacu-forming, joint co - Communication skills (verbal and written) with patients and healthcare workers. - Ability to speak to groups about orthotics and prosthetics. - Ability to organize a large patient car load. - Tolerance to an acute care setting. - Tolerance to a machine shop setting. Physical Requirements: Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds. W ork Schedule: - 100% FTE (40 hours per week). - Monday through Friday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. - Weekend and holiday rotation required. - Weekend on call schedule. - Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve. Learn more about this opening UW Hospital and Clinics benefits **Position is eligible for Intern Benefits. UW Health values and embraces diversity and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.