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Pedorthist - 26210 University Staff
Description
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus
School of Medicine – Department of Orthopedics
Official Title: Health Care Professional
Working Title: Pedorthist
Position #00797375 – Requisition #26210
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *
The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:
Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2
Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus
Exemptions vary by campus location/department.
Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:
- Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons. Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons. Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.
The Department of Orthopedics has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Pedorthist position.
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.
Nature of Work:
Orthotics support in the adult and child podiatry clinical setting to address neuromuscular and structural skeletal problems in order to achieve optimum function, prevent further disability, and provide cosmesis.
Professional Field
Clinical orthotics and prosthetics in an academic setting.
Supervision Received
Director of the Foot and Ankle Institute.
Supervision Exercised:
None.
Examples of Work Performed:
- Works directly with physicians and representatives in the rehabilitation of the physically challenged to design and fit devices to provide care to patients with disabling conditions of the limbs and spine.
- Clinical assessment, patient management, and technical implementation.
- Prepare delineation/impression/template for modification/fabrication (e.g., prepare impression/reverse delineation, seal and fill impression/pour cast, digitize, strip model, download shape to carver or modification software).
- Modify and prepare patient model for fabrication.
- Fabricate/assemble prescribed device by assembling selected materials/components to prepare for fitting and/or delivery.
- Assess device for structural safety and ensure that manufacturers' guidelines have been followed prior to patient fitting/delivery (e.g., torque values, patient weight limits).
- Assess/align orthosis/prosthesis for accuracy in sagittal, transverse and coronal planes to provide maximum function/comfort.
- Provide gait training/functional-use training.
This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Minimum Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in biological science, nutrition, nursing, health, human services, psychology, counseling, social work, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
- One (1) year of professional level experience in pedorthics.
- Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in an academic setting working with residents and trainees.
- At least 5 years of clinical experience.
- Successful research publication.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of biomechanics gait analysis/pathomechanics.
- Diagnostic imaging technique.
- Ability to fit and align orthosis for lower and upper limb, and spine.
- Ability to work in a team setting.
- Skilled in impression taking, model rectification, diagnostic fitting, definitive fitting, postoperative management, external power, static and dynamic alignment of sockets related to various amputation levels.
- Knowledge of DME products, indications, and regulations.
Salary and Benefits:
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $55,911 to $71,119.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
Diversity and Equity:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu​.
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Required Application Materials: To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach: 1. A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications 2. A current CV/resume 3. List of three to five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references) Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Application Materials Instructions: Application Deadline: Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Review of applications will begin one week after posting and will continue until position is filled.
Job Category: Health Care
Primary Location: Aurora Department: U0001 -- DENVER & ANSCHUTZ MED CAMPUS - 20259 - SOM-ORTHO GENERAL OPERATIONS
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: May 31, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Thomas Roller Posting Contact Email: THOMAS.ROLLER@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU Position Number: 00797375
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