Job Description
Job Description
Prosthetic Orthotic Technician
United Prosthetics is looking for an experienced Prosthetic Orthotic Technician to join the team of one of our largest and most established regions. Based in Dorchester, MA, our seasoned team is looking for a leader to keep and expand on the excellent foundation that has been laid over the past 111 years.
United Prosthetics provides personalized care with top-tier technology and service. Our modern facilities are dedicated to delivering the finest prosthetics and orthotics, all with a shared commitment to patient well-being. We are part of Eqwal U.S. giving our team access to world class technology, international resources and educational events, global charity missions and our commitment to innovation, growth and “caring for all”.
Why join United Prosthetics?
- Competitive salary | Top projects | Big impact from day one | Fantastic team
- Competitive Pay
- Bonus Potential
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Holidays, Vacation & Sick Time
- Safe Harbor 401(k) with 5% Match
The Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician fabricates orthoses and prostheses to provide maximum fit, function, cosmetics and workmanship. The Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician is expected to keep abreast of all new fabricating techniques and must be familiar with the properties of pertinent materials and must be skilled in the use of appropriate equipment.
Your Impact
- Fabricates and repairs standard Orthotic and Prosthetic appliances, examines structural integrity and cosmesis according to Company quality and quantity standards.
- Fabricates and repairs complex devices – seeking input from supervisor and others as needed.
- Organization of Work orders and scheduling of jobs
- Real time inventory management
- Makes accurate decisions concerning material selection for each project, using input from practitioners concerning patient’s size, diagnosis and activity level.
- Demonstrates plaster-working abilities through: cast sealing and preparation, plaster mixing and pouring to produce a solid model with minimal aeration or imperfections.
- 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 that all screws are lock-tight, and that the Orthosis or Prosthesis is structurally safe and in good working order.
- Plans and prioritizes the work week to accomplish routine responsibilities within the prescribed timelines.
- Maintains and supplies inventory of both fabricated parts and on stock Orthotic/ Prosthetic devices and supplies.
- Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work environment.
- Adhere to all safety regulations and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
- Perform other related duties as required.
- Normally receives little instructions on daily work, receives general instructions on newly introduced assignments.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- 1-2 years of experience
Additional Success Factors
- Knowledge and hand skills needed to fabricate and repair prostheses (artificial limbs) and orthoses (orthopedic braces) according to specifications.
- Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations.
- Has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.
- Mechanical ability and hand-eye coordination to use laboratory tools safely and effectively.
- Effective organizational, time management and planning skills.
- Good interpersonal and verbal skills for communicating with others.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member.
- Act with integrity in all ways and at all times, remaining honest, transparent, and respectful in all relationships.
- Keep the patient at the center of everything that you do, building lifelong trust.
- Foster open collaboration and constructive dialogue with everyone around you.
- Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change.
- Focus on superior outcomes, and calibrate work processes for outstanding results.
Company provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation, reference checks, and verification of essential licensure or certification. For certain roles, continued employment is also contingent upon maintaining active and valid licensure/certification throughout the duration of employment. Company reserves the right to rescind an offer should discrepancies or concerns arise during the pre-employment process.