Senior Prosthetist & Orthotist

Vispala Technologies is a leading provider of assistive technology products and services, For detail please visit

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Prosthetist and Orthotist who will supervise Vispala's disabilities clinic in Kolkata. The role will involve working hands-on for fitment of protheses and orthosis for amputees, stroke victims and others needing such services. The incumbent will manage a team of P&Os and technicians, train and assist them in evaluation and measurement of patients, socket fabrication, fitment and physical therapy.

Qualifications

• P&O degree/diploma from a recognized institution
• Minimum 5 years of experience in working with mobility challenged patients
• Supervision of junior P&O's a plus
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Familiar with latest technologies and advancements in the field

Responsibilities

Clinical:

• Design and fabricate orthopedic and prosthetic devices based on patients measurements
• Interview and assess patients to identify unique needs and briefing on treatment plans
• Measure or take impressions of a patients body to design a brace, artificial limb or other supportive device
• Provide patients with device use and maintenance instructions
• Provide ongoing care and repairing or adjusting devices as treatments progress
• Monitor patients and follow-up

Supervisory:

• Build and develop the team to ensure maximum performance, by providing purpose, direction, and motivation
• Mentor and supervise P&O's and technicians to ensure efficiency and maximize deliverables
• Provide training to P&O's and technicians per requirement of the project