Orthotic/prosthetic Technician

**Duties include**:

- Fabricates, repairs, and maintains orthotic/prosthetic devices using a variety of techniques and materials
- Follow specification and guidance of Orthotist/Prosthetist
- Reads specifications to determine the type of device to be fabricated, materials and tools required
- Tests prosthesis/orthosis for freedom of movement, alignment of part and biomechanical stability
- Provide fabrication, routine maintenance and repair of devices
- Ongoing development of concepts and techniques that improve quality of life for persons requiring prosthetic/orthotic care
- Shipping & Receiving
- Management of each job from start to finish in a timely manner
- Quality control of each device
- Equipment and tool maintenance
- Contributes to health and safety knowledge and ensures such requirements are followed individually and by colleagues (personal protective equipment, safe operation of machinery, etc)
- Effective communication and respectful interaction with colleagues
- Identify materials and supplies to be re-ordered according to inventory policies
- Maintain a tidy work environment
- Other duties as assigned

**Necessary skills**:

- Strong sense of aesthetics
- Good eye/hand coordination and precision
- Manual dexterity and patience for minute details
- Mechanical ability, craftsmanship, sculpting skills
- Good listening skills and ability to communicate clearly
- Punctual, reliable and courteous manner
- Physical: ability to lift 50lbs, climb ladder safely, climb stairs

**Training/Requirements & Licensure/Certification**

**Salary**: $19.50-$28.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

**Education**:

- Secondary School (required)

**Experience**:

- Orthotic/ Prosthetic Technician: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-12-04