Summary Statement
ProCare has served patients in Georgia for decades. Known for our personal touch, clinical expertise, and community involvement, we've built a reputation for care that goes beyond the device. Today, as part of Ottobock.care, we continue that legacy—combining the strength of a global innovator with the relationships and responsiveness of a local clinic. This next step deepens our commitment to delivering exceptional orthotic and prosthetic care to the communities we serve
We seeking a Technician at our Central Fab in Buford, GA to fabricate orthoses and/or prostheses under the guidance of and in consultation with the orthotist or prosthetist. This position involves hands-on fabrication and quality workmanship of orthopedic braces ranging from leg, spinal, arm and hand.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Facilitate the fabrication, modification, maintenance and repair of prosthetic devices and components. Make adjustments as needed.
- Determine the best material and tools to use to build the prosthetic limb or medical appliance.
- Complete assigned work for delivery per company standard times, policies and responsive to the needs of the patient.
- Demonstrate competence and expertise in fabrication techniques that result in a high level of productivity.
- Promote a positive work environment through compliance with customer relation policies and standards.
- Participate in continuing education to be proficient in fabricating techniques and material properties.
- Identify and create improvements to processes to promote efficiency and productivity.
- Maintain cleanliness and neat orderly workspaces and common areas used during work or breaks.
- Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare and other governmental regulations; compliance with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
- Treat Protected Health Information (PHI) with the strictest confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards and DJO policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned and assist with special projects as needed.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Understanding of medical terminology and basic anatomy.
- Background experience and proficiency in general fabrication procedures of orthotic prosthetic devices, which include working with thermal plastic, lamination, resin, metal, leather, plaster, and prosthetic/orthotic components. Some level of on-the-job training is anticipated.
- Basic understanding of computer programs such as MS Office and databases.
- Professionalism in conduct, appearance, and communication.
- Formal technician training certificate and/or degree from an NCOPE accredited technician training program preferred.
- Qualified through experience working as an apprentice O&P Technician under the supervision of an ABC Certified Orthotic/Prosthetic Practitioner, Registered Orthotic/Prosthetic Assistant, and/or Registered Orthotic/Prosthetic Technician for a period of two years preferred.
- Background check including drug screen required.
Benefits
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- Health savings accounts with employer contribution
- Flexible spending account options
- Company-paid life insurance policy
- Paid time off
- Company holidays
- Floating holidays
- 100% company-paid short & long-term disability
- 401k match up to 3.5%
