Orthotic & Prosthetic Lab Technician

hrEdge • Saint Petersburg, FL

3d

About The Position

The Orthotic & Prosthetic Lab Technician assists with fabricating orthotic and prosthetic devices in a central fabrication lab. The role fabricates, repairs, and maintains devices using current techniques, knowledge of material properties, and appropriate equipment. The technician works to schedules and follows work orders and practitioner specifications, coordinating with clinicians on device adjustments and repairs. Additional duties include shipping and receiving and other assigned tasks. This hourly, non-exempt role reports to the Lab Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of fabrication experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of the 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.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading printed information and computer screens.

Responsibilities

• Assist in fabricating orthotic and prosthetic devices for a central fabrication lab.
• Fabricate, repair, and maintain orthoses and prostheses.
• Use current fabrication techniques, knowledge of material properties, and appropriate equipment.
• Work with plastics and metal joints, with strength in prosthetic fabrication.
• Fabricate devices according to schedule, work orders, and practitioner specifications.
• Work with clinicians on orthotic and prosthetic device adjustments and repairs.
• Perform shipping and receiving duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED