Orthotics and Prosthetics Technician I

Scottish Rite for Children; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Rite for Children is looking for an Orthotics and Prosthetics Technician I in Dallas, TX. This full-time role involves fabricating orthoses and prostheses, working with patients from infants to school age. The position requires a high school degree, a certificate in O&P, and skills in fabrication.

The technician will work Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and must have excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Additional tasks include managing inventory and assisting with patient fittings.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Certificate from an ABC recognized O&P school or one year’s applicable technical experience required.
• Must be able to fabricate all types of orthoses and prostheses.

Responsibilities

• Fabricates orthoses or prosthesis as delegated by the lab supervisor.
• Create positive plaster molds and thermoform plastic.
• Fit patients with shoes or fabricate shoe lifts.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal communication

Problem solving skills

Fabrication of orthoses and prostheses

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Certificate from an ABC recognized O&P school

Job description

## Orthotics and Prosthetics Technician IApplylocations: Dallas, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR5892Our patients are our number one priority! We're committed to giving children back their childhood!**Job Posting Title:**Orthotics and Prosthetics Technician I**Location:**Dallas - Hospital**Additional Posting Details:**Monday thru Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm**Job Description:**# ****Duties/Responsibilities***** Fabricates orthoses or prosthesis as delegated by the lab supervisor, consistent with department scope of practice.* Create positive plaster molds, strip negative casts, thermoform plastic, cutout, grind and smooth plastic for orthoses or prostheses.* Contour, drill, polish metal work for devices and add closures as requested. Sewing materials as required and assist practitioners on a PRN basis as needed.* Fit patients with shoes or fabricate shoe lifts* Track and order materials for inventory and manage equipment* Cares for and comes in contact with infants, toddlers, preschool, and school age patients* Interface with all clinical and lab staff regarding application of varied techniques to produce the most technically advanced and functional O&P devices.* Contribute to the training of residents and students as assigned* Perform all duties of the production assistant as needed# **Required Skills/Abilities*** High school degree or equivalent required.* Certificate from an ABC recognized O&P school, or a minimum of one year’s applicable technical experience required.* Must have sufficient knowledge and capability to fabricate all types of orthoses or prostheses as directed by the lab supervisor* Must possess excellent interpersonal communication and problem solving skills# # **********Working Environment*********** Working conditions: Inside* Working Position: Sitting, Standing, Walking* Physical Demands: Very Heavy* Physical Requirements: Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Repetitive Movement, & Stooping/Kneeling/Bending* An Individual in this position will be required to list or carry weight in this group: Between 75-100 lbs* Sensory/Communicative activities essential to the performance of this position: Hearing, Seeing, Speaking, Feeling, Smelling* An Individual in this position will be exposed to: Inside environment, Bloodborne Pathogens, Loud noise, Chemical hazards, and Respiratory hazards