Orthotics & Prosthetics Technician II

Shriners Hospitals for Children; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric specialty care is seeking an Orthotics & Prosthetics Technician II to join their innovative team. This role involves independently fabricating and repairing orthotic and prosthetic devices with precision and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in orthotics and prosthetics, demonstrating excellent time management and cost-saving techniques. Join a compassionate organization that values integrity and accountability, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings plans, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in orthotics and prosthetics.
• Ability to fabricate and repair devices independently.

Responsibilities

• Independently fabricates and repairs prosthetic and orthotic devices.
• Maintains accurate documentation and supply inventories.

Skills

Orthotics fabrication

Prosthetics fabrication

Time management

Cost savings techniques

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ABC Registered Technician Certification

Tools

FabTracker

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. 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.

All employees are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.

Job Overview

The Orthotics & Prosthetics Technician II independently fabricates orthotic and prosthetic devices, including highly technical devices, with direction and guidance from other technicians and practitioners. The Technician II does so quickly and efficiently with limited supervision. The Technician II also repairs prostheses as required, and is responsible for maintaining supply inventories and fabricating devices with enough lead time to meet the set delivery date for each device. The Technician II assists practitioners with casting and fitting as requested by the practitioner, with responsibility for keeping fab tracking up to date in OPIE.

Responsibilities

• Independently fabricates and accurately repairs neat appearing and structurally sound standard and highly technical Prosthetic or Orthotic devices utilizing optimum time management and cost savings techniques in fabrication.
• Ensures cosmetics of orthosis/prothesis alignment of joints and appropriateness trim lines are satisfactory to practitioner and patient.
• Makes certain that final product is smooth, uniform in thickness when indicated, and conforms to model. Componentry and materials selected appropriately for patient height, weight and activity level.
• Follows product manufacturers guidelines.
• Follows specifications on work orders.
• Provides guidance to Technicians in all areas of fabrication as needed.
• Serves as a resource for the development or creation of innovative design and fabrication of devices.
• Maintains accurate documentation in FabTracker.
• Modifies casts and/or prepares drawings for fabrication independently.
• Supervises and assists technicians as needed.
• Provides Orthoses/Prostheses in reasonable amount of time according to department general guidelines or time constraints as requested by physicians
• Completes department-specific and facility-wide safety requirements.
• Takes leadership role in maintenance and repair of all laboratory equipment.

This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• 2 years of orthotics & prosthetics technician experience
• High School Diploma/GED

Preferred:

• ABC Registered Technician Certification