PEDIATRIC ORTHOTIC AND PROSTHETIC CLINICIAN

PEDIATRIC ORTHOTIC AND PROSTHETIC CLINICIAN Department of Orthopaedic Surgery An exciting opportunity to join the University of California, San Francisco’s growing Orthotic and Prosthetic Centers. We are looking for highly qualified professionals whose experience has prepared them for a challenging and exciting career at a top 10 university hospital. We are seeking industry leaders who provide the highest quality of service and strive to improve the state of the science in O&P. The mission of the Orthotic and Prosthetic Centers at UCSF is to provide the finest care, service, innovative design, and research in the field of orthotics and prosthetics, by uniting a team of expert professionals dedicated to improving the lives of patients worldwide. Members of the UCSF O&P team are leaders in their profession and are devoted to helping patients rediscover independence and achieve their desired level of function. Unsurpassed professionalism, integrity, and clinical experience are the benchmarks of our practice. Incumbent will work as a full-time clinician in the Orthotic and Prosthetic Centers in a large medical university setting which includes inpatient and outpatient care for diverse populations with a wide variety of medical diagnoses. Candidate will be responsible for clinical evaluations, implementation of orthotic and/or prosthetic treatment modalities, and oversight of technical fabrication of orthotic and /or prosthetic devices. Applicant will be required to create and present informative educational presentations to allied health providers. Candidate will have the opportunity to serve as a resident instructor, engage in clinical research, and participate with O&P committees focused on education, technology and innovation, research, best practices, quality improvement, outreach, and diversity. Required qualifications: Must possess: 1) Master’s degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics (MSPO/MSOP) (if candidate graduated from an NCOPE accredited O&P Curriculum after 2012) or 2) Bachelor’s degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics (BSPO) or a post- Bachelor Certificate of Completion (if candidate graduated from an NCOPE accredited O&P Curriculum prior to 2012). ABC certification in Orthotics or Prosthetics, in good standing. Prior experience providing direct patient care in an orthotic and prosthetic facility, with demonstrated skills, knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties in a patient care setting. Excellent communication and team building / interpersonal skills. Preferred qualifications: Knowledge of disease processes and associated orthotic / prosthetic interventions. Familiarity with current treatment modalities, materials, and fabrication techniques. Experience with scoliosis and cranial remolding. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a rapidly expanding, multi-center practice. We look forward to hearing from you. Medical benefits and a generous pension plan are included. Salary will be commensurate to applicant’s qualifications and experience. See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $90,000 - $188, 200. Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05489.