Michael Danforth Jr

• Extended continued patient care and periodic evaluations to maintain and document optimal fit and function.
• Created, manufactured, tested and fitted customized orthotic devices for patients.
• Assessed patient orthotic needs to design most-appropriate device.
• Trained customers in use of custom-fitted device to improve chances of daily successful use.
• Prepared and organized clinical notes and documentation to provide detailed resources.
• Complied with mandated organizational and regulatory mandates to maintain patient safety and privacy.
• Collaborated with surgeons to draft treatment plans to meet patient needs and Orthotic and Prosthetic goals.
• Repaired and modified orthotic units according to patient and health team blueprint.
• Selected materials and made cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts.
• Complied with documentation requirements as outlined by governmental regulations.
• Used electronic medical record software to document clinical progress notes.
• Performed initial patient evaluation and formulated treatment plans.
• Performed appliance static and dynamic alignments.
• Designed orthopedic and prosthetic devices based on physicians' prescriptions and examination and measurement of patients.
• Took measurements, made impressions and developed templates to accurately fit devices.
• Created optimal products by selecting materials to be used for orthotic or prosthetic devices.
• Fit, tested and evaluated devices on patients and made adjustments for proper fit, function and comfort.
• Instructed patients in use and care of orthoses and prostheses.
• Met individual patient needs by discussing optional treatment plan benefits, risks and time involved with each choice.
• Made and modified plaster or fiberglass casts of areas fitted with prostheses or orthoses, for use in device construction process.
• Documented care in patients' records and conducted research on different types of materials to be used for production of prosthetics and artificial limbs based on patient feedback.
• Instructed patients on how to use and care for devices to obtain optimal life and operation from each piece.
• Designed orthopedic and prosthetic devices based on physicians prescriptions, specific patient dimensions and individual lifestyle requirements.
• Supervised fabrication, repair, and maintenance of orthoses and prostheses.
• Examined, interviewed and measured patients in order to determine appliance needs and identify factors affecting appliance fit.
• Repaired or updated prosthetic and orthotic devices to support patient needs.
• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
• Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
• Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes
• Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
• Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
• Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues
• Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
• Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
• Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease
• Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
• Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
• Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated
• Received and processed stock into inventory management system

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• Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
• Logged patient information and recorded results into system.
• Mixed pigments to match patients' skin coloring according to formulas and applied mixtures to orthotic or prosthetic devices.
• Worked with vendors to source diverse materials and items for use during device fabrication processes.
• Implemented and managed efficient fabrication processes with plaster molds, models.
• Maintained organized, neat workspace and removed all waste and debris to promote efficiency and optimal productivity.
• Constructed or received casts or impressions of patients' torsos or limbs for use as cutting and fabrication patterns.
• Determined most appropriate materials to be used in creating patient prosthetic limbs based on careful reviews of order specifications and patient medical histories.
• Handled tools and machinery with caution and precision to avoid costly mistakes and safety accidents.
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.