Orthotic and Prosthetic Clinical Technician Lead

UT Health San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

10d

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, is responsible for leading all O&P Techs in the fabrication and repair of orthoses or prostheses under the direction of the Manager and/or practitioner. Acts as a resource to staff by providing guidance on fabrication time frame and processes for O&P.

Requirements

Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
Responsible for the fabrication of orthoses and prostheses; including pouring molds, rectifying positive models, CAD/CAM operation, thermoforming, laminating, contouring, sewing, gluing, soldering, welding, riveting, assembling, repairing, and refurbishing orthotic and prosthetic devices.
Provides education to patients on the application, use, care, and expected outcome for medical devices and products as indicated by the physician instructions and manufacturer's recommendations.
Expert knowledge in operating Lab machinery and using Lab tools.
Knowledge of mechanical devices and processes.
Expert Knowledge in working with textiles, composites, material properties and filling casts, vacuum forming or laminating, establishing initial trims and other functions.
Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to act as a team leader in all projects, setting a workflow to finish DME items on time.
Ability to create a collaborative and respectful team environment and improve workflows.

Responsibilities

Supervision of fabrication of orthoses and prostheses; including pouring molds, rectifying positive models, CAD/CAM operation, thermoforming, laminating, contouring, sewing, gluing, soldering, welding, riveting, assembling, repairing, and refurbishing orthotic and prosthetic devices.
Ordering and receiving of materials and supplies to maintain the inventory of items used during the fabrication process.
Inspections of all machinery and maintenance.
Quality control and work in progress (WIP) participating in all meetings.
Tracking all projects due dates to ensure completion in the most effective and timely way.
Keeping materials and expenses log.
Coordinating PTO for all Techs and submits request to Manager.
Providing education to patients on the application, use, care, and expected outcome for medical devices and products as indicated by the physician instructions and manufacturer's recommendations.
Maintaining Inventory of lab chemicals, and on-shelve DME items.
Coordinating training and development for Lab Technicians.
Placing all orders of materials.
Keeping track of Vendors' payments and processing invoices.
Performing all other duties as assigned.