Technician - Non-Registered
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of a certified Orthotist or Prosthetist, this role assists in the fabrication, repair, and fitting of orthoses or prostheses as prescribed by a physician. The technician will operate machinery such as drill presses, ovens, cutters, grinders, lathes, and polishers. They will also assist Orthotists or Prosthetists with wraps, measurements, or delivery of items, and exhibit skills in metal shaping, vacuum forming, laminating, trimming, and sewing. The role involves maintaining patient records, including notes on repairs and billing for repairs, as well as performing routine cleaning of the laboratory and equipment. The company emphasizes a culture of inclusivity and respect, encouraging dignity, opportunity, growth, and a welcoming experience for all, while actively combating discrimination and honoring differences.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- One year experience as an O&P Technician or equivalent field.
- Ability to follow detailed directions.
- Ability to use tools such as drill presses, ovens, cutters, grinders, lathes, and polishers.
- Works well with people.
Nice To Haves
- Shop work courses in metal, wood, leather, and plastics, as well as mathematics and biology is desired.
- Basic understanding of orthotic and/or prosthetic principles.
Responsibilities
- Fabricates assigned casts according to measurements, model specifications and layouts.
- Repairs and/or performs maintenance of orthoses or prostheses as delegated.
- Assists in measurements of patients by accompanying Orthotists or Prosthetists to exam rooms, nursing homes, or hospitals to help position patients during the measurement process.
- Operates machinery such as drill presses, ovens, cutters, grinders, lathes, and polishers.
- Assists Orthotists or Prosthetists for wraps, measurements, or delivery of items.
- Exhibits skills in metal shaping, vacuum forming, laminating, trimming, and sewing by using saws, grinders, ovens, chemicals, and cutters to fabricate.
- Assists in inventories of supplies and equipment.
- Dispenses supplies as directed by Orthotist or Prosthetist.
- Performs routine cleaning of laboratory and equipment.
- Maintains patient records; notes repairs completed to orthoses or prostheses.
- Maintains records for the billing of repairs.
- Demonstrates excellent customer service and standards of behaviors as well as encourages, coaches, and monitors the same in team members.
- Consistently promotes teamwork and direct communication with co-workers and deals discretely and sensitively with confidential information.
- Contributes to quality improvement by identifying problems and seeking solutions.
- Promotes patient/family satisfaction where possible; participates in departmental efforts to monitor and report customer service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
