About the Role
<h2>Why Us:</h2><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">With a mantra of Empowering Human Potential, Hanger, Inc. is the world's premier provider of orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) services and products, offering the most advanced O&P solutions, clinically differentiated programs and unsurpassed customer service. Hanger's Patient Care segment is the largest owner and operator of O&P patient care clinics nationwide. Through its Products & Services segment, Hanger distributes branded and private label O&P devices, products and components, and provides rehabilitative solutions to the broader market. With 160 years of clinical excellence and innovation, Hanger's vision is to lead the orthotic and prosthetic markets by providing superior patient care, outcomes, services and value. Collectively, Hanger employees touch thousands of lives each day, helping people achieve new levels of mobility and freedom.</span></p><h2>Could This Be For You: </h2><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As a Resident, you remain steadfast in your integrity and dedicated to learning and improving the lives of the patients you serve. We recognize that in doing so you not only impact the lives of those you treat but of their families, friends, and communities as well as positively representing the O&P profession. Embarking on a career with Hanger not only allows you to begin in this endeavor but elevates you as a champion of the orthotic and prosthetic market by providing superior patient care, outcomes, service and value in a collaborative environment. Advance your career by leveraging professional clinical expertise, established clinical practice guidelines, innovative technologies, specialized training & continuing education, RAC audit resources, and back office support at one of our more than 700 clinics nationwide. At Hanger, we fulfill your current residency educational requirements but also offer a potential career path to meet your changing aspirations as you continue your professional journey for years to come.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Our patients are our focus and are the heart of everything we do. As a Resident, you will receive exceptional training to prepare you for a life long career in Orthotics & Prosthetics. Under supervision, direct progressing to indirect, you will provide comprehensive prosthetic and orthotic care with the highest level of customer service. This includes assessing patients, formulating & implementing treatment plans, following-up with your patients and participating in practice management.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">You will enjoy the ability of combining your unique blend of clinical and technical skills to evaluate patients, custom design, fabricate and fit prostheses and/or orthoses to deliver exceptional outcomes for the patients you serve. You will collaborate with other members of the rehabilitation team and innovate utilizing the latest technology as we all strive to empower human potential <em>together</em>.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Clinician Resident is bound by the prevailing residency rules, regulations and standards set forth by NCOPE as well as the Code of Professional Responsibility from the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics (ABC).</span><br /><br /></p><h2>Your Impact: </h2><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Depending on the operational requirements, size of the Hanger Clinic and laws imposed by state and/or local governments, this position may include some or all of the functions listed below: </span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Collaborate with physicians in the evaluation and analysis of a patient’s need for prosthetic or orthotic services; recommend treatment options to physicians when necessary.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Examine and evaluate patient's needs in relation to disease and functional loss.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Formulate design of prostheses/orthoses.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Select materials/componentry, take cast/measurements, model rectifications/layouts, taking into account new techniques and materials.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Perform fittings, including static and dynamic alignments.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Evaluate prosthetic/orthotic device on patient and adjust to assure fit, function, medical efficacy, and quality of work.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Instruct patient in use of prosthesis/orthosis.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Identify and reconcile issues/problems to ensure patient satisfaction with device(s) provided.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Provide follow-up with patients and physicians.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Provide detailed clinical notes to patient records that support medical necessity.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Provide information to administrative staff to conduct reimbursement activities.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Provide in-service training to physicians and allied health care professionals.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Utilize effective materials management, quality and performance processes to maximize device quality and medical efficacy, maintaining a proper balance with costs and operational/financial performance.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare, HIPAA and other governmental regulations; compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Available to participate in on-call if applicable.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Provide assistance to other clinical staff.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Supervision Received:</span></strong></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span>Supervision is to be provided by local NCOPE accredited residency director, residency mentor(s) and Hanger Clinic clinical staff as determined by residency director. </span>Normally receives detailed instructions on all work.</p><h2>Minimum Qualifications:</h2><ul><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or post-graduate Certificate in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited college or university is required.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Must have or be eligible to obtain a valid driver's license and driving record within the standards outlined in Hanger's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Preferred: Master’s degree and post-graduate Certificate in Orthotics and/or Prosthetics from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited college or university.</span></li></ul><h2>Additional Success Factors:</h2><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Personal Qualities</strong><br /></span></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Comprehensive understanding of the principles of biomechanics, pathomechanics, gait analysis, kinesiology, anatomy and physiology.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Understanding of componentry and its suitability and reliability for specific uses.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Comprehensive understanding of medical terminology.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Comprehensive understanding of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and kinesiology.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proficient computer skills including Window based office technologies and email.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Effective communication skills.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to instruct non-clinical personnel and customers on objectives of patient care services.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Active listening, reading and comprehension skills for analyzing reports, charts and correspondence.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to assess patient condition and advise mentors on treatment options.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Good interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships with physicians, therapists and patients.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to work effectively as a team member.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Effective organizational, time management and planning skills.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Act with integrity in all ways and at all times, remaining honest, transparent, and respectful in all relationships.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Keep the patient at the center of everything that you do, building lifelong trust.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Foster open collaboration and constructive dialogue with everyone around you.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Focus on superior outcomes, and calibrate work processes for outstanding results.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">MN <span style="font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif;">Pay range of $20.00- $21.00/hour + bonus + benefits. This pay range is posted to comply with State Law. Hanger salary ranges vary based on skill, ability, knowledge, geographic location and other variables.</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Physical Abilities</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to walk, bend, stand and reach constantly during a work day.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written direction.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment and supplies for treatment.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. </span></li></ul><h2>Our Investment In You:</h2><ul><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Competitive Compensation Packages</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">8 Paid National Holidays & 4 additional Floating Holidays</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">PTO that includes Vacation and Sick time</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">401k Savings and Retirement Plan</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Paid Parental Bonding Leave for New Parents</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Flexible Work Schedules and Part-time Opportunities</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Mentorship Programs- Mentor and Mentee</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Student Loan Repayment Assistance by Location</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Relocation Assistance</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Regional & National traveling CPO/CO/CP opportunities</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Volunteering for Local and National events such as Hanger’s BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 8pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Hanger, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. All conditions and privileges of employment are administered to all employees without discrimination or harassment because of race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, special disabled veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. The company will comply with all applicable state or local fair employment laws that forbid discrimination or harassment on the basis of other protected characteristics. Retaliation against any employee for filing or supporting a complaint of discrimination or harassment is prohibited.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span data-teams="true">#ERF-HPO</span></p>