Fabrication Technician

Ottobock SE & Co. KGaA; Michigan; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Since 1944, Wright & Filippis (W&F) has built a well-earned reputation as a leader in prosthetics, orthotics, and accessibility solutions. We are pleased to announce we have joined Ottobock Patient Care and we are seeking a Technician at our Madison Heights central fabrication department. This position involves hands-on fabrication and quality workmanship of orthopedic braces ranging from leg, spinal, arm, and hand.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate the fabrication, modification, maintenance, and repair of prosthetic devices and components. Make adjustments as needed.
• Determine the best material and tools to use to build the prosthetic limb or medical appliance.
• Complete assigned work for delivery per company standard times, policies, and responsive to the needs of the patient.
• Demonstrate competence and expertise in fabrication techniques that result in a high level of productivity.
• Promote a positive work environment through compliance with customer relation policies and standards.
• Participate in continuing education to be proficient in fabricating techniques and material properties.
• Identify and create improvements to processes to promote efficiency and productivity.
• Maintain cleanliness and neat orderly workspaces and common areas used during work or breaks.
• Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare and other governmental regulations; compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• Treat Protected Health Information (PHI) with the strictest confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards and DJO policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned and assist with special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated basic organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with hand and power tools including the care and maintenance of equipment.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of orthotic/prosthetic design, fitting criteria, measurement tools and techniques including modification procedures, material science, and planes of motion.
• Basic understanding of computer programs such as MS Office and databases.
• Professionalism in conduct, appearance, and communication.
• Skilled in communicating with patients and employees effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively and participate with a team approach.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience and proficiency in general fabrication procedures of prosthetic devices, which include working with thermal plastic, lamination, resin, metal, leather, plaster, and prosthetic/orthotic components preferred. Some level of on-the-job training is anticipated.
• Background check including drug screen required.