University of California - San Francisco
Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician
University of California - San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Job Summary
The Orthotic and Prosthetic Unit of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery provides orthotic and prosthetic services in both the inpatient and outpatient environment. The department has three office locations providing off-the-shelf and custom orthopaedic devices. Working under general supervision of the Department Director and specific supervision of the unit Clinical Manager, the technician is responsible for assisting with the creation of custom prosthetic and orthotic devices by fabricating constituent parts and assembling those parts into completed devices. The technician is also responsible for stocking and ordering fabrication inventory and maintaining lab cleanliness. The fabrication of Orthotic and Prosthetic devices requires knowledge of and experience with plaster models, socket lamination, foam shaping, thermoforming plastics and other materials, the mechanical principles related to orthotic and prosthetic use and the mechanical and technical craftsmanship to use laboratory tools safely and effectively. Responsibilities
The Development Technician I must be able to work from oral or written instruction with direct supervision, to fabricate prosthetic and orthotic components, and to perform assembly of those components into a final prosthesis or orthosis. It is expected that the Dev Tech I produces consistent products that are in keeping with quality standards set by the Clinical Manger. The Dev Tech I is expected to have excellent time management and planning skills needed to meet fabrication deadlines. Good verbal communication skills, basic computer knowledge: able to carry and push/pull over 60 pounds. Required Qualifications
Excellent Technical aptitude. Demonstrated mechanical ability and hand eye coordination is required to use laboratory tools safely and effectively Proven ability to work independently from oral instructions Proven ability to read and interpret specification and dimensions Excellent attention to detail Proven ability to use precision measuring instruments Strong interpersonal and verbal skills for communication with others Proven ability to work individually and as a team player Strong time management and planning skills; Ability to meet deadlines Basic computing skills Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from standard practice Possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position Preferred Qualifications
Experience in fabrication of both Prosthetic and Orthotic devices Applicant must have knowledge in the following: socket lamination, assembly of prosthetic componentry, foam shaping, plastic pulling/shaping/smoothing, plasterwork, static alignment, and ability to effectively use an industrial sewing machine Prior experience as an orthotic/prosthetic technician working in a fast paced, multi-practitioner environment Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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The Orthotic and Prosthetic Unit of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery provides orthotic and prosthetic services in both the inpatient and outpatient environment. The department has three office locations providing off-the-shelf and custom orthopaedic devices. Working under general supervision of the Department Director and specific supervision of the unit Clinical Manager, the technician is responsible for assisting with the creation of custom prosthetic and orthotic devices by fabricating constituent parts and assembling those parts into completed devices. The technician is also responsible for stocking and ordering fabrication inventory and maintaining lab cleanliness. The fabrication of Orthotic and Prosthetic devices requires knowledge of and experience with plaster models, socket lamination, foam shaping, thermoforming plastics and other materials, the mechanical principles related to orthotic and prosthetic use and the mechanical and technical craftsmanship to use laboratory tools safely and effectively. Responsibilities
The Development Technician I must be able to work from oral or written instruction with direct supervision, to fabricate prosthetic and orthotic components, and to perform assembly of those components into a final prosthesis or orthosis. It is expected that the Dev Tech I produces consistent products that are in keeping with quality standards set by the Clinical Manger. The Dev Tech I is expected to have excellent time management and planning skills needed to meet fabrication deadlines. Good verbal communication skills, basic computer knowledge: able to carry and push/pull over 60 pounds. Required Qualifications
Excellent Technical aptitude. Demonstrated mechanical ability and hand eye coordination is required to use laboratory tools safely and effectively Proven ability to work independently from oral instructions Proven ability to read and interpret specification and dimensions Excellent attention to detail Proven ability to use precision measuring instruments Strong interpersonal and verbal skills for communication with others Proven ability to work individually and as a team player Strong time management and planning skills; Ability to meet deadlines Basic computing skills Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from standard practice Possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position Preferred Qualifications
Experience in fabrication of both Prosthetic and Orthotic devices Applicant must have knowledge in the following: socket lamination, assembly of prosthetic componentry, foam shaping, plastic pulling/shaping/smoothing, plasterwork, static alignment, and ability to effectively use an industrial sewing machine Prior experience as an orthotic/prosthetic technician working in a fast paced, multi-practitioner environment Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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