Leah Elsea
Knoxville,Tennessee
Summary
Orthotics and Prosthetics clinician with expertise in patient evaluation and device management. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to determine tailored interventions for musculoskeletal conditions and limb loss, ensuring optimal device fit and functionality. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction through education and support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthotist / Prosthetist Resident
Southern Orthocare
Knoxville, TN
01.2025 - Current
- Evaluate patients with orthopedic conditions and limb loss to determine appropriate orthotic and prosthetic interventions.
- Interpret physician prescriptions and clinical findings to support device selection.
- Perform casting, molding, and measurements for custom orthotic and prosthetic devices.
- Conducted fittings and adjustments, optimizing device comfort and function for improved patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on device use, care, and expectations to enhance adherence and satisfaction.
- Collaborate with physicians and rehabilitation teams to coordinate patient care.
- Managed inventory of orthotic supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for timely patient care.
Orthotics & Prosthetics Intern
Martin Bionics
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Completed 200+ hours of clinical experience supporting orthotic and prosthetic patient care, enhancing patient comfort and mobility.
- Assisted with patient evaluations, castings, and fittings to ensure accurate device fabrication and optimal fit.
- Gained insights into advanced prosthetic technologies and contributed to interdisciplinary treatment planning for improved patient outcomes.
Orthotics & Prosthetics Intern
Tennessee Limb & Brace
Cookeville, TN
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Facilitated fittings for spinal, upper extremity, and lower extremity orthoses to improve patient mobility and support.
- Recorded patient measurements and assisted in orthotic device fittings to ensure proper alignment and comfort.
- Observed clinical decision-making regarding orthotic prescriptions and treatment plans to understand patient-centered care processes.
Education
Master of Science - Orthotics and Prosthetics
International Institute of Orthotics And Prosthetics
Tampa, FL12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Physical Education & Wellness
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05-2023
Skills
- Inventory management
- Prosthetic feet and microprocessor knee technology
- Time management
- Lower limb orthotics
- Socket design
- Prosthetic Alignment and Functional Adjustments
- Patient evaluation
- Device prescription
- Gait analysis
- Casting and molding
- Fabrication and modification
- Clinical documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Patient education
- Planning and development
- Computer skills
- Clinical collaboration
- Billing procedures
- Clinical decision making
- Quick learner
Websites
Certification
CPR Certified
Timeline
Orthotist / Prosthetist Resident
Southern Orthocare
01.2025 - Current
Orthotics & Prosthetics Intern
Martin Bionics
08.2024 - 09.2024
Orthotics & Prosthetics Intern
Tennessee Limb & Brace
01.2023 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Orthotics and Prosthetics
International Institute of Orthotics And Prosthetics
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Physical Education & Wellness
Tennessee Technological University