Overview St. Francis Hospital, The Heart Center® is New York State's only specialty designated cardiac center. A member of Catholic Health, St. Francis is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a national leader for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, as well as for Gastroenterology & GI surgery, U.S. News rates St. Francis as high performing in Geriatrics, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and Pulmonology. Nursing care at St. Francis is also nationally recognized, with multiple Magnet designations, as well as the AMSN PRISM Awards® and Beacon Awards. St. Francis has regularly out-scored other hospitals on Long Island. St. Francis Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials while providing advanced, high quality care. Job Details The Orthotist is responsible for providing orthotics, within scope of practice, to inpatients and outpatients of Saint Francis and Mercy Hospital. The Orthotist assists in the coordination, maintenance and development of the Orthotics Program. Responsibilities: Determines the appropriateness of orthotics devices and contacts physician to clarify or modify orders when necessary. Provides verbal and written educational material to patients when appropriate. Collaborates with patients primary therapist regarding orthotic device. Recognizes the need for involvement of other disciplines. Recognizes patient discharge needs. Performs and records orthotic assessments, daily clinical notes, re-assessments, and discharge summaries in a timely manner. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Completes department mandatory in-service/training/competency within specified time frame. Participates in education of staff and students within the medical center. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures Requirements: Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s of Science degree (BS required, Masters preferred) Licensure/Certification: American Board Certification in Orthotics required BLS through American Heart required Skills: To be able to measure, fit and document orthotic needs as per the orders issued by the MD/PA/APP/NP Experience: One to two years’ experience in providing orthotics to patients. Salary Range USD $49.37 - USD $62.40 /Hr. This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.