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Ortho & Prost Cln Tech

UT Health San Antonio · San Antonio, Texas, US

Under direct supervision, is responsible for the fabrication and repair of orthoses or prostheses under the direction of the supervisor and/or practitioner.

Job description

Under direct supervision, is responsible for the fabrication and repair of orthoses or prostheses under the direction of the supervisor and/or practitioner. - Responsible for the fabrication of orthoses and prostheses; including pouring molds, rectifying positive models, CAD/CAM operation, thermoforming, laminating, contouring, sewing, gluing, soldering, welding, riveting, assembling, repairing, and refurbishing orthotic and prosthetic devices. - Performs ordering and receiving of materials and supplies in order to maintain the inventory of items used during the fabrication process.. - Responsible for the set-up, maintenance, and use of laboratory machines and equipment. - Maintains a clean and safe work environment. - Provides education to patients on the application, use, care, and expected outcome for medical devices and products as indicated by the physician instructions and manufacturer's recommendations. - Performs all other duties as assigned. - Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy. - Experience with textiles, composites, material properties and filling casts, vacuum forming or laminating, establishing initial trims and other functions. - Working knowledge of mechani...