Industry:
Orthotic & Prosthetic Lab Technician
Job Summary:
Assist in the fabrication of orthotic and prosthetic devices for a central fabrication lab.
Essential Duties:
- Must be proficient in the fabrication, repair and maintenance of orthoses and prostheses.
- Must be proficient with current fabricating techniques, familiar with material properties and skilled in the use of appropriate equipment.
- Ability to work with plastics, metal joints, and strong in prosthetic fabrication.
- Fabricate prosthetic and orthotic devices to schedule, per work order and practitioner specifications.
- Work closely with clinicians on orthotic and prosthetic device adjustments and repairs.
Other Responsibilities:
- Shipping and receiving duties.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- Knowledge and understanding of orthotic and prosthetic industry.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Good hand skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and vendors.
- Knowledge of and adherence to OSHA safety requirements.
Education Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1-2 years fabrication experience.
Physical Demands:
- This job operates in a central fabrication lab environment. This role routinely uses equipment such as routers, carvers, sanders, etc.
- This job works with both Fiberglass and Carbon.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
- Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens.
Position Type/Expected Hours:
This is a full-time position, and regular hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm.