O&P Technician I: Pediatric Orthotics & Prosthetics Fabrication

Shriners Children's; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s is seeking an O&P Technician I to perform orthotic and prosthetic technical duties under supervision, fabricating, adjusting, and repairing appliances used by pediatric patients.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED; preferred is 1 year of orthotic and/or prosthetic fabrication experience in a lab or private firm. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of orthotic and/or prosthetic fabrication preferred.

Responsibilities

• Achieves goals on set performance plan.
• Adjusts schedule with assistance from supervisor to expedite emergency fabrication or repairs as needed.
• Completes department‑specific and hospital‑wide safety requirements.
• Complies with safety programs.
• Demonstrates attention to quality by producing clean project with even contours, smooth edges and secure parts.
• Identifies deficiencies and seeks input concerning re‑fabrication if necessary.
• Fabricates and repairs complex devices – seeking input from supervisor and others as needed. (KAFO, A/K, partial foot, HKAFO’s W/D, A/E)
• To maintain and supply inventory of both fabricated parts, and on stock Orthotic/Prosthetic devices and supplies
• Independently fabricates and repairs standard orthotic or prosthetic appliances, examines structural integrity and cosmesis according to standards.
• Maintains clean, safe, clutter‑free and orderly environment.
• Maintains and cleans equipment in the O&P laboratory.

Skills

Orthotic fabrication

Prosthetic fabrication

Fabrication & repair

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Orthotic/Prosthetic equipment

Job description

Shriners Children’s is seeking an O&P Technician I to perform orthotic and prosthetic technical duties under supervision, fabricating, adjusting, and repairing appliances used by pediatric patients.

The role requires a High School Diploma/GED; preferred is 1 year of orthotic and/or prosthetic fabrication experience in a lab or private firm. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.