Orthotics & Prosthetics Technician I

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. We are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

All employees are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a full-time or part-time status (40 hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans. Additional benefits available to full-time and part-time employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.

Job Overview

The Orthotics & Prosthetics Technician I duties include but are not limited to perform orthotic and / or prosthetic technical duties under the supervision of the Lab Supervisors as detailed in the performance standards. The Technician will demonstrate competence in the fabrication, adjustment and repairing of all orthotic and/or prosthetic appliances.

Responsibilities

• Adjusts schedule with assistance from supervisor to expedite emergency fabrication or repairs as needed
• Completes department-specific and hospital-wide safety requirements.
• Complies with safety programs.
• Demonstrates attention to quality by producing clean project with even contours, smooth edges and secure parts.
• Identifies deficiencies and seeks input concerning re-fabrication if necessary. Makes sure all screws are lock-tight, and the Orthosis or Prosthesis is structurally safe and in good working order
• Demonstrates the ability to work with CAD/CAM and foam models
• Demonstrates plaster-working abilities through: cast sealing and preparation, plaster mixing and pouring to produce a solid model with minimal aeration or imperfections.
• Fabricates and repairs complex devices – seeking input from supervisor and others as needed. (KAFO, A/K, partial foot, HKAFO’s W/D, A/E)
• Fulfill other duties as assigned, to help keep a smoother operation of the department
• Independently fabricates and repairs standard orthotic or prosthetic appliances, examines structural integrity and cosmesis according to standards. (inserts, shoe lifts MAFO, Boston, B/K or B/E)
• Maintains clean, safe, clutter-free and orderly environment.
• Maintains and cleans equipment in the O&P laboratory.
• Makes accurate decisions concerning material selection for each project, using input from practitioners concerning patient’s size, diagnosis and activity level
• Plans and prioritizes the work week to accomplish routine responsibilities within the prescribed timelines
• Supports research in any needed Orthotic/Prosthetic technician capacity
• Takes leadership role in maintenance and repair of all laboratory equipment.
• To maintain and supply inventory of both fabricated parts, and on stock Orthotic/Prosthetic devices and supplies
• Utilizes proper equipment and departmental safety precautions and equipment to reduce fumes and dust whenever possible.
• Wears appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working in all phases of fabrication and repair of O&P devices.

This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• 1 year of orthotic and/or prosthetic fabrication experience in a laboratory or private firm preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required