Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician

Ortho-Orthotics & Prosthetic

Full Time

87047BR

Job Summary

Working under general supervision of the Department Director and specific supervision of the unit Clinical Manager, the technician is responsible for creating custom prosthetic and orthotic devices by fabricating constituent parts and assembling those parts into completed devices. The technician is also responsible for stocking and ordering fabrication inventory and maintaining lab cleanliness.

The fabrication of Orthotic and Prosthetic devices requires knowledge of and experience with plaster models, socket lamination, metal bending, joint alignment, foam shaping, thermoforming plastics and other materials, the mechanical principles related to orthotic and prosthetic use and the mechanical and technical craftsmanship to use laboratory tools safely and effectively. The Development Technician III must be able to work from oral or written instruction with minimal direct supervision, to fabricate prosthetic and orthotic components, and to perform high level assembly of those components into a final prosthesis or orthosis. It is expected that the Dev Tech III produces consistent products that are in keeping with quality standards set by the Clinical Manger. The Dev Tech III is expected to have excellent time management and planning skills needed to meet fabrication deadlines. Good verbal communication skills, basic computer knowledge: able to carry and push/pull over 60 pounds.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $36.11 - $44.95 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

Position Description The Orthotic and Prosthetic Unit of the Department of Orthopedic Surgery provides orthotic and prosthetic services in both the inpatient and outpatient environments. The department has three office locations providing off-the-shelf and custom orthopaedic devices. Working under the general supervision of the Department Director and the specific supervision of the unit Clinical Manager, the technician is responsible for assisting with the creation of custom prosthetic and orthotic devices by fabricating constituent parts and assembling those parts into completed devices. The technician is also responsible for stocking and ordering fabrication inventory and maintaining lab cleanliness

Required Qualifications

• Excellent Technical aptitude. Demonstrated mechanical ability and hand eye coordination is required to use laboratory tools safely and effectively
• Experience in fabrication of both Prosthetic and Orthotic devices
• Applicant must have knowledge in the following: socket lamination, assembly of prosthetic componentry, foam shaping, plastic pulling/shaping/smoothing, plasterwork, static alignment, and ability to effectively use an industrial sewing machine
• Prior experience as an orthotic/prosthetic technician working in a fast paced, multi-practitioner environment
• Ability to work independently from oral instructions
• Ability to read and interpret specification and dimensions
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments
• Strong interpersonal and verbal skills for communication with others
• Ability to work individually and as a team player
• Strong time management and planning skills; Ability to meet deadlines
• Basic computing skills
• Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from standard practice

Preferred Qualifications

NA

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

008642 MED CTR DEV TCHN 3

Job Category

Technical & Technologist

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

M - F 8 AM to 5 PM