Technician

Summary Statement

Since 1944, Wright & Filippis (W&F) has built a well-earned reputation as a leader in prosthetics, orthotics, and accessibility solutions. We are pleased to announce we have joined Ottobock Patient Care and we are seeking a Technician at our Madison Heights central fabrication department. This position involves hands-on fabrication and quality workmanship of orthopedic braces ranging from leg, spinal, arm and hand.

We are looking for an experienced Orthotic Technician to join our fabrication team in Madison Heights, MI. Willing to train the right candidate with tool knowledge. This is a great opportunity to start a new career and grow with the leader in O&P! We offer comprehensive training with opportunities to grow! Option of 5 or 4 day work schedule! Let's talk!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate the fabrication, modification, maintenance and repair of orthotic devices and components.  Make adjustments as needed.  
• Determine the best material and tools to use to build the orthotic device 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

• Demonstrated basic organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with hand and power tools including the care and maintenance of equipment.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of orthotic/prosthetic design, fitting criteria, measurement tools and techniques including modification procedures, material science and planes of motion.
• Basic understanding of computer programs such as MS Office and databases.
• Professionalism in conduct, appearance, and communication.
• Skilled in communicating with patients and employees effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work collaboratively and participate with a team approach.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience and proficiency in general fabrication procedures of prosthetic devices, which include working with thermal plastic, lamination, resin, metal, leather, plaster, and prosthetic/orthotic components preferred. Some level of on-the-job training is anticipated.
• 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%