Clinical Assistant (O&P Career Pathway) - Springfield, Il
$18/h-$19/h
Comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics (CPO)2 days ago
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Summary
Comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics (CPO) is seeking a Clinical Assistant (O&P Career Pathway) to join their team in Springfield, IL. The role involves supporting certified clinicians in orthotic fitting, therapeutic footwear, medical device preparation, and direct patient care within an outpatient clinical setting.
About the Role
As a Clinical Assistant, you will assist certified clinicians with patient evaluations, measurements, device preparation, fitting support, and follow-up care. You will educate patients and caregivers on device use, maintain clinical documentation, support basic lab tasks, and ensure a clean and compliant clinical environment. This position is designed as a structured entry point into a long-term healthcare career in orthotics, prosthetics, and pedorthics, providing mentorship and a clear pathway for advancement.
About You
Required:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Strong interest in healthcare and direct patient care.
- Comfortable working hands-on in a clinical environment.
- Manual dexterity and ability to work with medical devices.
- Basic computer and documentation skills.
- Strong communication, organization, and follow-through.
- Ability to stand, bend, and assist patients throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Preferred:
- Experience in a healthcare or patient-care role (CNA, Medical Assistant, Physical Therapy Aide, Athletic Trainer, etc.).
- Coursework or degree in kinesiology, exercise science, biology, athletic training, or related fields.
- Experience in hospital, rehabilitation, outpatient clinic, or medical office settings.
- Familiarity with orthotics, prosthetics, therapeutic footwear, or durable medical equipment (DME).
- Experience with medical documentation or electronic health records.
- Demonstrated interest in pursuing certification in orthotics, prosthetics, or pedorthics.
Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $18.00 – $19.00 per hour, based on experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Company-matched 401(k).
- Structured mentorship and advancement opportunities.
Comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics (CPO)
Things move quickly at Comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics. Since we opened our doors in Peoria, Il back in 2005; we have grown to 24+ offices with 130+ employees. Our group of dedicated practitioners can be found throughout Illinois, Iowa, Indiana and Missouri. Our goal is to partner with healthcare providers to provide the right custom Orthotic or Prosthetic devices to our patients. Our dedicated staff work with one goal in mind; improving the quality of life for our patients. To learn more about Comprehensive Prosthetics & Orthotics, or to learn about employment opportunities with the company; call us at 708-905-5009.
Springfield, IL