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Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which lets U.S. employers permanently sponsor foreign professionals with ABC board certification. Sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary visa status.
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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.
Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.
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Regular Full time
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Compensation Range
The base pay scale for this position is $93,000.00 - $142,125.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.
What you will be doing
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Hospital for Special Surgery as it expands HSS Prosthetic and Orthotic department (HSS P&O). We are looking for highly qualified and motivated professionals whose experience has prepared them for a challenging and exciting career at the #1 ranked hospital in the US for orthopedics. We are seeking leaders who are independent and capable of helping grow the footprint of HSS P&O.
The mission of HSS is to provide the highest quality patient care, improve mobility and enhance the quality of life for all, and to advance the science of orthopedic surgery, rheumatology and their related disciplines through research and education. HSS P&O supports that mission by designing and fitting devices which enable patients to heal and meet their greatest potential. Members of the HSS P&O team will be designing the future of prosthetic and orthotic care treating patients locally and from around the world.
The position is for a full-time clinician working in a hospital setting which includes inpatient and outpatient care for diverse populations from pediatric to adult. Candidates will be responsible for clinical evaluations and implementation of orthotic and prosthetic treatment plans. The applicant will be required to work closely with our providers clinically and will need to implement educational programs to teach other allied health providers about prosthetic and orthotic services. The candidate will have the opportunity to engage in clinical research and participate in department development and expansion efforts. Some of the specific responsibilities included are:
- Communicating with providers in clinics to discuss prosthetic and orthotic needs and ordering practices
- Evaluating patients to determine the most appropriate device design
- Determining and providing HSS staff with appropriate L-codes for obtaining authorization or billing custom orthoses
- Managing works in progress for custom devices to ensure timely treatment and billing
- Fitting both prefabricated and custom orthoses to inpatients and outpatients
- Timely documentation of care provided in EPIC
- Obtaining patient signatures on all necessary paperwork for billing
- Communicating with patients and families about appropriate care and use for devices provided
- Providing initial prosthetic care and education for patients transitioning to a bone anchored prosthesis
- Participating in managing inventory
- Performing patient chart reviews to confirm medical necessity and other necessary documentation is accurate for billing
- Training providers or HSS staff on P&O workflows as needed
This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a developing hospital-based practice. We look forward to hearing from you. Medical benefits and a retirement plan are included. Salary will be commensurate to applicant’s qualifications and experience.
Required qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics (MSPO/MSOP from an NCOPE accredited O&P Curriculum after 2012) OR Bachelor’s degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics (BSPO) or a post- Baccalaureate Certificate of Completion (if candidate graduated from an NCOPE accredited O&P Curriculum prior to 2012).
- ABC certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics, in good standing.
- At least 3 years of experience providing direct patient care in an orthotic and prosthetic facility, with demonstrated skills, knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties in a patient care setting.
- Excellent communication and team building / interpersonal skills.
Preferred qualifications:
- Knowledge of orthopedic specific injuries and disease processes and associated orthotic / prosthetic interventions.
- Familiarity with current treatment modalities, materials, and fabrication techniques.
- Experience working with pediatric patients and families.
- Experience with scoliosis treatment.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.
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Verify your ABC certification transfers cleanly
PERM petitions for prosthetist/orthotist roles require documented proof of your credentials. Confirm your ABC or BOCPD certification is recognized in the state where you'll practice, since state licensure requirements vary and gaps can delay USCIS adjudication.
Target hospital systems and VA facilities
Large hospital networks and VA medical centers file PERM labor certifications far more frequently than private O&P practices. Prioritize employers with established HR and legal infrastructure, as they're more likely to have in-house processes for sponsoring specialized clinical professionals.
Search EB-3 sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist openings by green card sponsorship history. Targeting employers with prior EB-3 PERM filings in clinical disciplines saves time and avoids employers unfamiliar with the sponsorship process.
Benchmark your wage against OFLC prevailing rates
DOL requires PERM-sponsored roles to pay at least the prevailing wage for your occupation and geographic area. Run your target role through OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer so you can confirm the employer's offer clears the minimum threshold.
Ask about PERM timeline before accepting any offer
PERM labor certification currently averages over a year at DOL before the I-140 petition stage begins. Clarify upfront whether the employer has filed PERM petitions before and who bears legal costs, since small O&P clinics often lack prior sponsorship experience.
Use O*NET to build a precise job duties statement
USCIS scrutinizes whether your actual duties match the PERM job description. Cross-reference the O*NET occupation profile for Orthotists and Prosthetists to align your duties language with DOL-recognized specialty occupation tasks, reducing the risk of an audit or denial.
Green Card Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist positions qualify for EB-3 sponsorship as skilled workers requiring at least a bachelor's degree plus ABC or BOCPD board certification. Candidates holding a master's degree or clinical fellowship credentials may qualify under EB-2 as advanced-degree professionals, which can offer priority date advantages depending on your country of birth.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
PERM green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization period, and EB-3 has no annual lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification at DOL plus I-140 adjudication typically takes two or more years before you receive your green card, compared to H-1B visa status, which can be activated within months of selection.
Which types of employers sponsor green cards for prosthetist/orthotist professionals?
VA medical centers, rehabilitation hospital networks, and large integrated health systems file the most PERM petitions for clinical O&P roles because they have legal and HR infrastructure to manage the process. Independent O&P practices can sponsor, but they often lack prior PERM experience, which introduces process risk and longer internal timelines before the DOL filing even begins.
How can I find Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist jobs with confirmed green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist openings at employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history. Filtering by sponsorship track record rather than general job postings means you're pursuing roles where the employer already understands the PERM process and has committed to permanent sponsorship.
Can a foreign-trained prosthetist/orthotist qualify for PERM sponsorship without U.S. board certification?
USCIS and DOL require that you meet all the minimum qualifications stated in the PERM job description at the time of filing. If the role requires ABC certification and you haven't yet passed the exam, the petition will not clear DOL review. Most employers will require you to obtain U.S. board certification before initiating the PERM process on your behalf.