The Orthotics and Prosthetics Technician is responsible for fabricating, fitting, maintaining, and repairing artificial limbs, plastic cosmetic appliances, braces, surgical supports, plaster casts, and other orthopedic or prosthetic devices
Job Summary
The Orthotics and Prosthetics Technician is responsible for fabricating, fitting, maintaining, and repairing artificial limbs, plastic cosmetic appliances, braces, surgical supports, plaster casts, and other orthopedic or prosthetic devices.
This role includes oversight of the lab and the technician assistants working in the lab.
Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, offering advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services designed to meet children's needs.
Matching Summary
The Orthotics and Prosthetics Technician is responsible for fabricating, fitting, maintaining, and repairing artificial limbs, plastic cosmetic appliances, braces, surgical supports, plaster casts, and other orthopedic or prosthetic devices.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Orthotic and prosthetic device fabrication
Device fitting and maintenance
Repair of artificial limbs and braces
Lab oversight and technician supervision
Nice-to-have
Patient care focus
Team collaboration
Adherence to specifications
Key Requirements
7+ years orthotics experience preferred
Texas Board of Orthotics and Prosthetics Registration Preferred