Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

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.

Job Overview

Shriners Children's- Spokane is looking for a part time Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician to join our team.  The Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician fabricates orthotic and/or prosthetic devices with minimum supervision of the Director.  He/she will maintain laboratory equipment and participate in inventory control.  The Technician will also repair and adjust orthotic and/or prosthetic devices as needed.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks as directed with minimal supervision.  Maintains a work schedule so that pre-scheduled appointments are met and work is ready
• Fabricates devices that are cosmetically good; unblemished in appearance, have neatly sewn straps, smooth edges and surfaces to enhance
• Upon completion of device, has Orthotist/Prosthetist examine the quality of work performed to ensure patient safety
• Monitors stock and orders supplies, completing purchase orders as necessary, keeping par level of all items in stock to ensure timely completion
• Maintains equipment in a clean, operable condition at all times.  Continuously checks condition of equipment and tools; replaces or initiates repair as necessary, keeping Director informed
• Participates in conjunction with research to provide assistance in developing new projects or assisting on current projects
• Labels devices correctly to enhance patient safety, ensuring the patient receives the appropriate device

Note:  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 sassigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High School diploma or GED 

Preferred

• 1 year Orthotics/Prosthetics