PROSTHETIC/ORTHOTIC TECH I

Department: CTH Orthotics FTE: 0.05 PRN Shift: Days Position Summary: Fabricate simple prosthetic/orthotic devices to provide maximum medical improvement for patients with musculoskeletal conditions. Assist higher level prosthetic/orthotic technicians and orthotist. This is an entry level position which provides on-the-job training. Ensures adherence to Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures. Patient care assignment may include; Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age groups.

Detailed Responsibilities: CASTS - Fabricate and finish plastic and/or metal prosthetics/orthotics for upper extremity, lower extremity, and spinal orthoses COST CONTROL - Utilize parts and supplies in a manner that maximizes efficient and cost-effective production of prosthetic/orthotic devices SUPPLIES - Assist in ordering, care, maintenance, and utilization of department equipment, supplies, and inventories EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES - Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promote workplace safety DEVELOPMENT - Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in‐services, meetings and workshops PATIENT SAFETY 1 - Follow patient safety‐related policies, procedures and protocols PATIENT SAFETY 2 - Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes PATIENT SAFETY 3 - Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk PATIENT SAFETY 4 - Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner PATIENT SAFETY 5 - Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

Qualifications: Education: Essential: High School or GED Equivalent Experience: Essential: Nonessential: Credentials: Essential: Not Applicable/Not Required Physical Conditions: Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work. Essential:

Working conditions: Med Haz: Mod exposure to chemicals/dangerous equip/materials Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required