Orthotic Technician

Overview

Join our dynamic healthcare team as an Orthotic Technician, where your expertise will directly impact patient mobility and comfort. In this vital role, you will assist in the fabrication, fitting, and adjustment of custom orthotic devices designed to support and improve patients’ musculoskeletal health. Your technical skills, combined with compassionate patient service, will ensure each individual receives personalized care that enhances their quality of life. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career within a collaborative and innovative environment dedicated to excellence in orthotics and prosthetics.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clinicians to interpret patient intake information, including medical histories and physician orders, ensuring accurate orthotic prescriptions.
• Assist in the fabrication of custom orthotic devices using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication shop equipment while maintaining strict adherence to aseptic techniques.
• Utilize ICD coding and medical terminology knowledge to accurately document patient records within electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Perform patient fittings, adjustments, and modifications to ensure optimal comfort, fit, and functionality of orthotic devices.
• Maintain a clean and organized fabrication shop environment, ensuring all tools and materials are properly sterilized and stored.
• Communicate effectively with patients regarding device usage, care instructions, and follow-up needs to promote positive patient experiences.
• Support inventory management of DME (Durable Medical Equipment), orthotics, prosthetics, and related supplies to ensure availability for fabrication and patient needs.

Requirements

• Proven experience with orthotic fabrication or related fields such as prosthetics or orthopedic technology.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment specific to orthotics manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, orthopedics, and medical terminology relevant to orthotic care.
• Excellent client communication skills combined with a compassionate approach to patient care.
• Familiarity with intake procedures, client service standards, and aseptic techniques necessary for safe device fabrication.

Embark on a rewarding career where your technical skills meet compassionate healthcare delivery! We’re committed to supporting your professional growth while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through innovative orthotic solutions.

Pay: $18.50 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person