prosthetic-orthotic technician
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Orthotic Prosthetic Technician
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October 17, 2024
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Prosthetics, Bracing and Orthotics Group
Job details
Successful candidates would support our dedicated clinicians with excellent craftsmanship and organizational skills in a multidisciplinary fabrication workshop setting. Ideal candidates will need to function well both independently and as team members while providing the best possible provision of technical services within the prosthetic & orthotic line of business.
*Duties include:*
* Fabricates, repairs, and maintains orthotic/prosthetic devices using a variety of techniques and materials
* Follow specification and guidance of Orthotist/Prosthetist
* Reads specifications to determine the type of device to be fabricated, materials and tools required
* Tests prosthesis/orthosis for freedom of movement, alignment of part and biomechanical stability
* Provide fabrication, routine maintenance and repair of devices
* Ongoing development of concepts and techniques that improve quality of life for persons requiring prosthetic/orthotic care
* Shipping & Receiving
* Management of each job from start to finish in a timely manner
* Quality control of each device
* Equipment and tool maintenance
* Contributes to health and safety knowledge and ensures such requirements are followed individually and by colleagues (personal protective equipment, safe operation of machinery, etc)
* Effective communication and respectful interaction with colleagues
* Identify materials and supplies to be re-ordered according to inventory policies
* Maintain a tidy work environment
* Other duties as assigned
*Necessary skills:*
* Strong sense of aesthetics
* Good eye/hand coordination and precision
* Manual dexterity and patience for minute details
* Mechanical ability, craftsmanship, sculpting skills
* Good listening skills and ability to communicate clearly
* Punctual, reliable and courteous manner
* Physical: ability to lift 50lbs, climb ladder safely, climb stairs
*Training/Requirements & Licensure/Certification*
* Registered OPC Technician (Recommended but not required if candidate has a technical workshop background)
* Successful candidate will be expected to complete the Intern Training Program as outlined by OPC
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00-$28.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Dental care
* Disability insurance
* Extended health care
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Education:
* Secondary School (required)
Experience:
* Orthotic/ Prosthetic Technician: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-04-25
Expected start date: 2024-11-01
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LocationSt. Catharines, ON
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$21.00 to $28.00HOUR hourly
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Terms of employment
Full time
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
- Source
indeed.com
#9491177380
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