Orthotics & Prosthetics Technician I

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s is seeking an Orthotics & Prosthetics Technician I to fabricate, adjust, and repair orthotic and prosthetic devices under supervision. The role supports a lab team across a network of pediatric care facilities.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration with practitioners, with opportunities to work with CAD/CAM technologies and foam models in a patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, adjust and repair orthotic and/or prosthetic devices under supervision.
• Plan and prioritize work to meet prescribed timelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly laboratory environment.
• Work with CAD/CAM and foam models to produce devices.
• Ensure quality and safety of orthotic/prosthetic devices.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

CAD/CAM

Foam Models

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations. We invite you to explore the many rewarding career paths at Shriners Children’s, from clinical and non-clinical positions to education and research opportunities. We’re always looking for driven, compassionate professionals to join our team as nurses, physical therapists, medical assistants, administrative staff and much more. No matter where you're located, you'll find openings at our Shriners Children’s facilities across the U.S., in Canada and Mexico and at our corporate headquarters in Tampa, Florida. Eligible Shriners Children’s employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance, retirement matching and so much more!

Orthotics & Prosthetics Technician

The Orthotics & Prosthetics Technician I duties include, but are not limited to, performing orthotic and / or prosthetic technical duties under the supervision of the Lab Supervisors and detailed in the performance standards. Demonstrate competence in the fabrication, adjustment and repairing of all orthotic and/or prosthetic appliances.

• 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.
• Makes sure all screws are lock-tight, and the Orthosis or Prosthesis is structurally safe and in good working order
• Demonstrates the ability to work with CAD/CAM and foam models
• Demonstrates plaster-working abilities through: cast sealing and preparation, plaster mixing and pouring to produce a solid model with minimal aeration or imperfections.
• Fabricates and repairs complex devices - seeking input from supervisor and others as needed. (KAFO, A/K, partial foot, HKAFO’s W/D, A/E)
• Independently fabricates and repairs standard orthotic or prosthetic appliances, examines structural integrity and cosmesis according to standards. (inserts, shoe lifts MAFO, Boston, B/K or B/E)
• Maintains clean, safe, clutter-free and orderly environment.
• Maintains and cleans equipment in the O&P laboratory.
• Makes accurate decisions concerning material selection for each project, using input from practitioners concerning patient’s size, diagnosis and activity level.
• Plans and prioritizes the work week to accomplish routine responsibilities within the prescribed timelines.
• Supports research in any needed Orthotic/Prosthetic technician capacity.
• Takes leadership role in maintenance and repair of all laboratory equipment.
• To maintain and supply inventory of both fabricated parts, and on stock Orthotic/Prosthetic devices and supplies
• Utilizes proper equipment and departmental safety precautions and equipment to reduce fumes and dust whenever possible.
• Wears appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when working in all phases of fabrication and repair of O&P devices.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year of Orthotic and/or Prosthetic fabrication in a laboratory or private firm

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.