Pediatric Orthotic Fitter – Fabrication & Fitting

Shriners Children’s Hospital; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 36,616 - 54,911; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s Hospital in Springfield, MA seeks a Certified Orthotic Fitter to fabricate and fit pediatric orthotic devices under supervision. You will measure, cast, and assemble orthoses, modify casts, and prepare components for final application, ensuring precise fit and patient comfort.

The role involves using a range of tools and equipment, providing patient/family instruction, and supporting in-clinic cast measurements to guide device selection.

Qualifications

• Orthotics and Prosthetics Certificate (CTO/COF) required.
• 1+ year of Certified Orthotic fitter experience preferred.
• Demonstrated attention to patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities

• Measure and fit patients for orthoses per physician prescriptions.
• Fabricate and assemble pediatric orthotic devices for inpatients and outpatients.
• Modify casts and prepare materials for final application.
• Provide care instructions to patients and families.
• Assist in clinics for cast measurements and device selection.

Skills

Orthotics fabrication

Measurement & casting

Patient care

Clinic support

Education

Orthotics & Prosthetics Certification (CTO/COF)

Tools

Grinding machines

Drill presses

Sewing machines

Band saw

Router

Vacuum forming

Job description

Shriners Children’s Hospital in Springfield, MA seeks a Certified Orthotic Fitter to fabricate and fit pediatric orthotic devices under supervision. You will measure, cast, and assemble orthoses, modify casts, and prepare components for final application, ensuring precise fit and patient comfort.

The role involves using a range of tools and equipment, providing patient/family instruction, and supporting in-clinic cast measurements to guide device selection.