Mobility and Functional Support Specialist

About the Position: This position is located in Orthotics and Prosthetics at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The work requires physical activity to include standing, bending, kneeling and lifting up to 50 lbs. Fine manual dexterity is also required for casting, molding, and adjusting devices. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Provide specialized orthotic and prosthetic care for patients with polytrauma, multiple limb loss, and complex mobility needs.

Evaluate patients and develop individualized orthotic and prosthetic treatment plans based on functional goals, medical needs, and return-to-duty requirements.

Perform hands-on casting, measurements, fabrication, fitting, alignment, and plaster modification of custom orthotic and prosthetic devices.

Deliver high-quality, patient-specific devices on an expedited timeline to support urgent rehabilitation and operational needs.

Conduct comprehensive device fittings and functional assessments to optimize comfort, safety, alignment, mobility, and performance.

Collaborate closely with physicians, physical and occupational therapists, rehabilitation specialists, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.

Coordinate follow-up care and ongoing adjustments to ensure continued device effectiveness throughout the rehabilitation process.

Apply advanced clinical judgment and technical expertise when managing complex cases involving multiple injuries, limb loss, and evolving rehabilitation goals.

Maintain accurate clinical documentation, treatment records, device specifications, and follow-up recommendations.

Educate patients, caregivers, and rehabilitation staff on device use, care, maintenance, safety, and functional progression.

Support patients in achieving maximum independence, mobility, participation in daily activities, and successful return to duty.