HFN: O&P Technician

This exciting opportunity will give you the chance to work first hand in fabricating a variety of orthotics and prosthetic devices. You will work closely with the Clinician and patients to help adjust and repair the devices by fabricating orthoses and their components. This work environment will be away from the exam room, typically in a small workshop. Since this role is focusing heavily on the fabrication process, hand skills and familiarity with hand tools is necessary. The ideal candidate will have experience with band saws, drill presses, vacuum systems, heat guns, blades, speed routers, and other small hand tools.

• Use appropriate hand tools to perform fabrication and repair of orthotic and/or prosthetic devices,

• Perform ordering and receiving and other inventory tasks as assigned.

• May fit and deliver prefabricated and off-the-shelf orthoses such as cervical orthoses, pressure gradient hose, and trusses.

• Provide education to patients on the application, use, care, and expected outcome for DME products as indicated by the physician instructions and manufacturer recommendations

• Contact vendors to order orthotic fabrication materials and maintain inventory of items used during fabrication process.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• A valid driver’s license and driving record within the standards outlined within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures.

• Technical training school or 2 years experience preferred.