Under the direct supervision of a certified Orthotist or Prosthetist assists in the fabrication, repair, and fitting of orthoses or prostheses as prescribed by a physician.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Works independently.

• 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 going with 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. Possesses specialized skills unique to prosthetic and orthotic fabrication.

• 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.

• Embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, by:

Treating everyone with dignity and respect

Opening more doors to opportunities for underrepresented cultures

Growing talent and people

Evaluating and eliminating disparities

Taking action against injustices, bias and racism

Honoring our differences and how to collaborate

Educating staff, patients, and the communities we care for

Restoring Hope and Freedom, together

Essential Job Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.

• One year experience as an O&P Technician or equivalent field.

• Ability to follow detailed directions, use tools such as drill presses, ovens, cutters, grinders, lathes, and polishers. Works well with people.

  
  

Preferred Job Qualifications

• 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.

  
  

Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification

Levels:

• None (No specific requirements)

• Occasionally (Less than 1/3)

• Frequently (1/3 to 2/3)

• Majority (More than 2/3)

  
  

Remain in a stationary position: Frequently

Traverse or move around work location: Frequently

Use keyboard: None

Operate or use department specific equipment: None

Ascend/Descend equipment or ladder: None

Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role: None

Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding: None

Transport, position, and/or exert force:

Up to 10 pounds: _____

Up to 25 pounds: _____

Up to 50 pounds: Occasionally

Up to 75 pounds: _____

More than 100 pounds: _____

Other weight: Up to___ pounds _____

Other: None

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, you must request accommodation in writing, within 182 days after you know or should know of the need for accommodation.

Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristic.