Job Description

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%