Summary Statement

P&O Care is now part of Ottobock.care, the clinical services division of Ottobock North America. With decades of experience, we are dedicated to prosthetic and orthotic excellence and providing the best patient care experiences. We are seeking an Orthotic and Fabrication Technician at our St. Louis, MO facility. The Technician will fabricate orthoses and/or prostheses under the guidance of and in consultation with the orthotist or prosthetist. This position involves hands-on fabrication and quality workmanship of orthopedic braces ranging from leg, spinal, arm and hand.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate the fabrication, modification, maintenance and repair of prosthetic devices and components. Make adjustments as needed.
• Determine the best material and tools to use to build the prosthetic limb or medical appliance.
• Complete assigned work for delivery per company standard times, policies and responsive to the needs of the patient.
• Demonstrate competence and expertise in fabrication techniques that result in a high level of productivity.
• Promote a positive work environment through compliance with customer relation policies and standards.
• Participate in continuing education to be proficient in fabricating techniques and material properties.
• Identify and create improvements to processes to promote efficiency and productivity.
• Maintain cleanliness and neat orderly workspaces and common areas used during work or breaks.
• Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare and other governmental regulations; compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• Treat Protected Health Information (PHI) with the strictest confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards and DJO policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned and assist with special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with hand and power tools including the care and maintenance of equipment.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of orthotic/prosthetic design, fitting criteria, measurement tools and techniques including modification procedures, material science and planes of motion.
• Basic understanding of computer programs such as MS Office and databases.
• Professionalism in conduct, appearance, and communication.
• Skilled in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Experience working with thermal plastic, lamination, resin, metal, leather, plaster, and prosthetic/orthotic components preferred. Some level of on-the-job training is anticipated.
• Background check including drug screen required.

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Health savings accounts with employer contribution
• Flexible spending account options
• Company-paid life insurance policy
• Paid time off
• Company holidays
• Floating holidays
• 100% company-paid short & long-term disability
• 401k match up to 3.5%