Orthotic Technician

Orthotics Prosthetics Canada; Nanaimo; Presencial; CAD 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Mitchell Prosthetic and Orthotic Services in Nanaimo, BC, is seeking a dedicated Orthotic Technician for a full-time role. You will fabricate, modify, repair, and maintain custom orthotic devices, working closely with Certified Orthotists and Prosthetists to ensure accuracy, comfort, and clinical compliance.

You will handle diverse materials, prepare casts, and perform a range of fabrication processes, while ensuring high-quality patient care and safe workshop practices.

Formación

• Previous experience as an Orthotic Technician is an asset.
• O&P Technician certification or relevant training is an asset.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Experience with hand/power tools and fabrication materials is an asset.
• Ability to follow detailed technical/clinical instructions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Professional, patient-focused approach.

Responsabilidades

• Fabricate custom orthotic devices according to clinical specifications.
• Assist with fabrication, modification, fitting, and repair of orthotic devices.
• Work with materials including thermoplastics, foams, metals, composites, and other fabrication materials.
• Prepare casts, molds, models, and materials for fabrication.
• Perform grinding, finishing, trimming, bending, laminating, and other fabrication processes.
• Make adjustments as directed by the Certified Orthotist or Prosthetist.
• Assist with patient fittings and adjustments when required.
• Ensure devices meet quality, fit, function, and durability requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe workshop and environment.
• Operate and maintain fabrication tools safely.
• Maintain fabrication records and documentation.
• Collaborate with clinicians and healthcare team members to support patient care.

Conocimientos

Orthotic fabrication

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Educación

O&P Technician training

Herramientas

Hand tools

Power tools

Plastics/ metals/ composites

Descripción del empleo

Exciting things have happened at Mitchell Prosthetic and Orthotic Services! Under new ownership, we are revitalizing our practice and expanding our team. We are seeking a skilled, motivated, and detail-oriented Orthotic Technician to join us in beautiful Nanaimo, BC.
In this full-time role, you will help shape the future of our clinic while working closely with our Certified Orthotists and Prosthetists to fabricate, modify, repair, and maintain custom orthotic and prosthetic devices. You will play an important role in providing high-quality patient care by ensuring devices are accurately fabricated, comfortable, functional, and meet clinical specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate custom orthotic devices according to clinical specifications.
• Assist with the fabrication, modification, fitting, and repair of orthotic devices.
• Work with a variety of materials, including thermoplastics, foams, metals, composites, and other fabrication materials.
• Prepare casts, molds, models, and materials for fabrication.
• Perform grinding, finishing, trimming, bending, laminating, and other technical fabrication processes.
• Make adjustments and modifications to devices as directed by the Certified Orthotist or Prosthetist.
• Assist with patient fittings and adjustments when required.
• Ensure all devices meet quality, fit, function, and durability requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop and work environment.
• Operate and maintain fabrication tools and equipment safely.
• Maintain appropriate fabrication records and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with clinicians and other healthcare team members to support patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Orthotic Technician is an asset.
• O&P Technician certification or relevant technical training is an asset.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Experience working with hand tools, power tools, plastics, metals, or composite materials is an asset.
• Ability to follow detailed technical and clinical instructions.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional, patient-focused approach.
• Commitment to quality workmanship and patient care.