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All employees are eligible for medical 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 and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. 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.

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

The pay range for this position is $38,900 - 58,350. Compensation is determined based on relevant experience and department equity.  

• 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 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)
• Fulfill other duties as assigned, to help keep a smoother operation of the department
• 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.

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.

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED

Preferred:

• 1 year of orthotics & prosthetics technician experience
• ABC Registered Technician Certification