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.  

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

• 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%