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Orthotist roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, depending on your credentials and the employer's PERM filing. Hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and orthotics practices regularly sponsor foreign-trained orthotists through the full PERM labor certification and I-140 process toward lawful permanent residency.
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At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Days
Position Summary
An LCPO is an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team responsible for delivering comprehensive orthotic and prosthetic care across the continuum of treatment. The LCPO provides advanced clinical assessment, design, fabrication oversight, fitting and outcome management for patients experiencing neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, congenital, traumatic, or disease-related impairments affecting the spine, skull, and upper and lower extremities.
This role combines clinical expertise, biomechanical analysis, and technical proficiency to optimize patient mobility, function, independence, and quality of life while maintaining the highest standards of safety, medical efficacy, and ethical care.
Core competencies:
- Thorough understanding of the principles of biomechanics, Patho mechanics, gait analysis, kinesiology, anatomy and physiology
- Ability to instruct clinical and non-clinical personnel and customers on objectives of patient care services
- Ability to assess patient conditions and advise physicians on treatment options
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships with physicians, therapists and patients
- Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change.
Essential Functions
Patient evaluation and Clinical Assessment:
- Perform comprehensive biomechanical and functional evaluations to determine patient candidacy for orthotic and prosthetic intervention. This may include assessing anatomical/physiological presentation, gait mechanics, functional deficits, and medical history to establish evidence-based treatment plans.
Measurement, Casting and Fabrication Oversight:
- Perform precision casting, scanning and measurement procedures. Collaborate with O&P techs/specialists for optimal modification outcomes to achieve biomechanical alignment and quality standards.
Device Design and Treatment Planning:
- Formulate and implement orthotic and prosthetic treatment plans aligned with physician prescriptions and biomechanical principles and current industry technologies.
Fitting, Alignment and Outcome Optimization:
- Perform initial fittings, static and dynamic alignments, and functional assessments to evaluate device performance and ensure patient satisfaction and success. Provide families with patient and caregiver education regarding device use, care, and expectations.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Education:
- Maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, therapists, and allied health professionals through in-services and clinical consultations.
Operational and Professional Responsibilities:
- Complete accurate and compliant clinical documentation consistent with regulatory and reimbursement standards while ensuring appropriate coding and adherence to payer requirements.
Development:
- Promote clinical growth and operational efficiencies through mentorship, professional education, emerging technologies, and evidence-based practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics
- Current board certification in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics from the American Board for Certification (ABC)
- The ability to obtain and maintain state licensure and/or current Washington State Licensure in both Orthotics and Prosthetics
- Minimum three (3) years of recent experience as a CPO
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in pediatrics
Why MultiCare?
- Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
- Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future
- Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life
- Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
- Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued
- Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $47.76 - $72.39 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
You Belong Here.
At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Days
Position Summary
An LCPO is an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team responsible for delivering comprehensive orthotic and prosthetic care across the continuum of treatment. The LCPO provides advanced clinical assessment, design, fabrication oversight, fitting and outcome management for patients experiencing neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, congenital, traumatic, or disease-related impairments affecting the spine, skull, and upper and lower extremities.
This role combines clinical expertise, biomechanical analysis, and technical proficiency to optimize patient mobility, function, independence, and quality of life while maintaining the highest standards of safety, medical efficacy, and ethical care.
Core competencies:
- Thorough understanding of the principles of biomechanics, Patho mechanics, gait analysis, kinesiology, anatomy and physiology
- Ability to instruct clinical and non-clinical personnel and customers on objectives of patient care services
- Ability to assess patient conditions and advise physicians on treatment options
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to build professional relationships with physicians, therapists and patients
- Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change.
Essential Functions
Patient evaluation and Clinical Assessment:
- Perform comprehensive biomechanical and functional evaluations to determine patient candidacy for orthotic and prosthetic intervention. This may include assessing anatomical/physiological presentation, gait mechanics, functional deficits, and medical history to establish evidence-based treatment plans.
Measurement, Casting and Fabrication Oversight:
- Perform precision casting, scanning and measurement procedures. Collaborate with O&P techs/specialists for optimal modification outcomes to achieve biomechanical alignment and quality standards.
Device Design and Treatment Planning:
- Formulate and implement orthotic and prosthetic treatment plans aligned with physician prescriptions and biomechanical principles and current industry technologies.
Fitting, Alignment and Outcome Optimization:
- Perform initial fittings, static and dynamic alignments, and functional assessments to evaluate device performance and ensure patient satisfaction and success. Provide families with patient and caregiver education regarding device use, care, and expectations.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Education:
- Maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, therapists, and allied health professionals through in-services and clinical consultations.
Operational and Professional Responsibilities:
- Complete accurate and compliant clinical documentation consistent with regulatory and reimbursement standards while ensuring appropriate coding and adherence to payer requirements.
Development:
- Promote clinical growth and operational efficiencies through mentorship, professional education, emerging technologies, and evidence-based practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science or Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics
- Current board certification in Prosthetics and/or Orthotics from the American Board for Certification (ABC)
- The ability to obtain and maintain state licensure and/or current Washington State Licensure in both Orthotics and Prosthetics
- Minimum three (3) years of recent experience as a CPO
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in pediatrics
Why MultiCare?
- Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
- Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future
- Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life
- Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
- Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued
- Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $47.76 - $72.39 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Orthotist
Target ABC-certified employers first
Facilities that already employ ABC-credentialed orthotists understand the profession's licensing requirements and are more likely to have HR infrastructure for PERM sponsorship. Rehabilitation networks and large hospital systems are your strongest starting point.
Search green card sponsoring jobs on Migrate Mate
Filter by orthotist roles with documented EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship history. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have filed PERM labor certifications for orthotists, so you're not guessing which facilities will sponsor.
Understand how OFLC prevailing wage affects your offer
Before accepting an offer, use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for orthotists in that metro area. Your offered salary must meet or exceed this figure, or DOL will reject the PERM certification.
Ask employers about EB-2 versus EB-3 classification
If you hold a master's degree or a bachelor's plus significant clinical specialization, push for EB-2 classification. EB-2 priority dates are often earlier for many countries, which can meaningfully shorten your wait for a green card.
File your I-140 concurrently with PERM if eligible
Once your employer's PERM is certified by DOL, concurrent I-140 filing can lock in your priority date faster. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel whether premium processing on the I-140 makes sense for your timeline.
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Find Orthotist JobsOrthotist Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do orthotist roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most orthotist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires a bachelor's degree plus clinical training and state licensure. If you hold a master's degree in orthotics and prosthetics, your employer may file under EB-2 instead. The classification depends on the specific job duties and your credentials, which the PERM labor certification documents formally for DOL.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for orthotists?
H-1B sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery cap, while employment-based green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no lottery. EB-3 has no annual cap on petitions filed, though visa number availability varies by country of birth. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically one to two years from start to green card approval, but the outcome is permanent status rather than a renewable temporary visa.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for orthotist employers?
Your employer must conduct a formal DOL-supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the orthotist role at the offered wage. This includes placing job ads in specific formats and timeframes, documenting all applicants reviewed, and submitting the PERM application through the FLAG system. If DOL certifies the application, your employer proceeds to file your I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS.
How can I find orthotist jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters orthotist roles by employers with verified EB-2 or EB-3 PERM filing history. Generic job boards don't distinguish between employers willing to sponsor green cards and those offering only temporary visa support. Targeting employers with an established sponsorship track record for clinical roles reduces the risk of offers that stall at the PERM stage.
Does state licensure affect my green card eligibility as a foreign-trained orthotist?
State licensure isn't a direct USCIS requirement for the I-140, but it affects PERM because your employer must describe the actual job requirements, which include state licensure in most states. If you aren't yet licensed in the state where the job is located, discuss a conditional start date with your employer. USCIS evaluates whether your foreign credentials meet the specialty occupation standard under O*NET job zone classifications for orthotists.
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