The job description for Orthotic Technician is to assess the patient’s needs and physical abilities, design, fabricate and repair prosthetic devices and orthotic devices and provide related advice. The following duties are commonly listed on the Orthotic Technician Resume – fabricating and fitting orthotics and prosthetics; providing the required and needed training for the patient, assessing the clinical/physical needs of the patient, diagnosing conditions and developing a treatment plan to restore movement, attending clinics, rounds, and conference; determining the materials and parts needed to make the device based on specifications and comments; and making flawless models of patient’s torso, limbs, and amputated areas.
To undertake this crucial job, the technicians need the following skills and abilities – driven and determined, good communication skills, both written and verbal; a creative approach to new campaigns, high level of attention and accuracy; and staying updated with evidence-based practice through journals, electronic media, and correspondence with peers. An Associate’s degree in Prosthetic Technology is normally considered essential to enter the occupation.
Summary : Friendly and enthusiastic Orthotic Technician with 8 years of specialization in Orthotics. Able to learn new tasks quickly. Represent the establishment with friendly, professional demeanor at all times. Seeking a position as Orthotic/Prosthetic Technician.
Skills : NCIC certified, CPR and First Responder Certified, ParaPro, Work Keys.
Description :
Drilled and tapped holes for rivets and glue, weld, bolt, or rivet parts together to form prosthetic or orthotic devices.
Followed established regulations and procedures to ensure patient privacy.
Fabricated custom prosthetic and orthotic appliances including but not limited to plaster modification and preparation of positive models, blister and drape forming plastic materials, lamination using acrylic resins and carbon fiber materials, cutting, trimming and smoothing definitive products in preparation of fitting onto patients.
Fabricated, adjusted and repaired all custom prosthetic and orthotic appliances including but not limited to bench alignment procedures, proper ankle and knee component placement, bending metal materials for proper orthotic joint function and shaping and finishing prostheses.
Choosed materials that are appropriate for patient diagnosis.
Entered appropriate prosthetic requests for purchase of components selected based on the medical prescription (Rx) for the prosthetic limb or custom orthoses to be fabricated.
Performed appropriate documentation of workload, procedure coding as part of materials management.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MS
Orthotic Technician Resume
Summary : A highly capable learner, great as a collaborator as and a leader, should the opportunity arise. A very sociable person and very easy to get along. Work hard no matter where I am put to work; each job is worked with full dedication.
Skills : MS Office, Technician.
Description :
Had to be very knowledgeable in the making and assemble, as well as sub-assembly, of a majority of the products produced.
Knowledged to be able to know what tools, and machines, would be best utilized.
Ability to keep to a strict time frame with more than one product at a time while working on the heating and cooling of multiple products simultaneously.
Knowledged and understood of shipping products domestically and internationally alongside being able to keep up with a heavy work load on a daily basis, the knowledge of where different products where so should the need arise I could quickly grab a part, or product, for another department if they needed it.
Able to work on my own from start to finish as well as being able to work in a highly, controlled, rapid manner (e.g. lamination process for socket).
May fitted and deliver prefabricated and off-the-shelf orthoses such as cervical orthoses, pressure gradient hose, and trusses.
Contacted vendors to order orthotic fabrication materials and maintain inventory of items used during fabrication process.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MS
Orthotic Technician Resume
Summary : Serving as a liaison between nursing and therapy and ensures communication between day shift and night shift with regard to key issues involving potential skin breakdown or orthotic fit, and also Correctly stretching upper and lower extremities, managing neck/trunk orthoses.
Skills : Communication Skills, Multitasking.
Description :
Maintained current knowledge of the latest items, procedures, and fabrication techniques as related to their scope of practice.
Communicated with Prosthetic staff to review assignments related to the work.
Attended professional and manufacturers' training seminars.
Maintained lab equipment with respect to maintenance and cleanliness.
Coordinated large machine, oven, exhaust system, vacuum system maintenance working closely with biomedical engineering, facility engineers and maintenance crews.
Maintained material safety data sheets (MSDS) and prepares the lab for Environmental Safety Rounds.
Maintained inventory of fabrication supplies levels, not to exceed thirty days, and the requisitioning of supplies and materials as related to the scope of practice.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MS
Orthotic Technician Resume
Summary : Friendly and enthusiastic Orthotic Technician with 8 years of specialization in Orthotics. Able to learn new tasks quickly. Represent the establishment with a friendly, professional demeanor at all times. Seeking a position as Orthotic/Prosthetic Technician.
Skills : Customer Service, Communication Skills.
Description :
Made orthotic or prosthetic devices, using materials such as thermoplastic and thermosetting materials, metal alloys and leather, and hand or power tools.
Read prescriptions or specifications to determine the type of product or device to be fabricated and the materials and tools that will be required.
Instructed patients in the use of prosthetic or orthotic devices.
Repaired, modified, or maintained medical supportive devices, such as artificial limbs, braces, or surgical supports, according to specifications.
Constructed or received casts or impressions of patients' torsos or limbs for use as cutting and fabrication patterns.
Took patients' body or limb measurements for use in device construction.
Utilized personal protective equipment and appropriate manufacturer-specific machine guards.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MS
Orthotic Technician Resume
Objective : Assisting technician as necessary, in limited cases, in the fabrication of prosthetics, and also Travelling, as needed/requested, to outlying areas for individual care, clinics, coverage, services, etc.
Skills : Learning Skills, Leadership.
Description :
Used a CNC router to cut out orthotics, getting orthotics to desired shape and thicknesses.
Assembled orthotics with desired accessories.
Painted orthotics with a spray gun.
Used stamping machines to apply the company logo to the orthotics.
Came into this company with no experience with orthotics.
Progressed from only doing grinding to learning every process in making each orthotic.
Used Excellent dexterity, hand-eye coordination, ability to learn very quickly, attention to detail, and mechanical aptitude.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MS
Orthotic Technician Resume
Headline : Skilled Orthotic Technician with twenty-seven years' experience. Specializing in evaluating, fabricating, and fitting upper and lower extremity orthotics. Professional and compassionate treatment and communication to patients.
Received overwhelmingly positive feedback from practitioners.
Saved the company money by keeping the work in-house, earning more profits, and generating new clients.
Awarded for New Product Development at CPO manager conference.
Continually improved upon initial design, problem-solving, learning new techniques and more complicated devices including: partial foot, Tamarack, and Oklahoma articulated gauntlets.
Balanced up to 25 gauntlets at a time in various stages of production.
Trained other employees in leatherwork Maximizes workspace efficiency by keeping clean and organized Streamlines production by creating stock templates, determining priorities, batching like-tasks and delegating work.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BS
Orthotic Technician Resume
Headline : Training member of the orthopaedic team who works with all health care professionals in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities concerning all surgical and non-surgical procedures.
Skills : CNC Machining And Operation, Customer Service.
Description :
Greeted patient, informs, prepares and positions patient for procedure.
Conducted clinical interview of patients and assesses needs according to Physician's prescription.
Applied or removed casts/splints.
Provided patient and family education.
Provided patient with insurance information and financial responsibility information.
Triaged patient by telephone and communicates patient's needs to certified practitioner or Physician.
Ordered stock inventory.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Certification In Orthotic Fitter
Orthotic Technician Resume
Headline : To obtain a position as a Orthotic Technician that will offer challenge, accountability, and opportunity for professional Development and career advancement.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Medical Terminology, Scheduling, EHR/EMR, Excellent Customer Service , Phlebotomy, Medical Assisting.
Description :
Measured patients for braces for braces.
Scheduled patients for appointments Accomplishments Became designated training personal for computer system.
Remained current regarding industry standards and trends.
Participated in program development and on task teams as requested by supervisor.
Ensured accurate, complete and timely clinical documentation in accordance with service/department guidelines including but not limited to assessment, treatment plan, provision of care and services, and as applicable to the service/department letters of medical
necessity, funding forms, prior authorization and billing.
Collaborated with & fully utilizes technical staff with regard to fabrication, modification, and quality control.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
Orthotic Technician Resume
Summary : For over ten years I have been working at building project management skills in both a variety of industries and positions. Having had the opportunity to lead great people, manage key outcomes and critically impact business results I have the drive and energy to create positive business conclusions utilizing my project management skills.
Skills : Planning Skills, Fabrication.
Description :
Fabricated orthotic and prosthetic custom devices in a timely manner.
Used fabrication techniques such as: Lamination techniques, Mold preparation, and thermoforms for both orthotics and prosthetics.
Used componentry as how it relates to specialized fabrication techniques.
Received verbal and written instructions from qualified staff as to the production of custom orthotics and prosthetics.
Recognized and fabricated orthotic and prosthetic materials.
Used both common and uncommon materials in the fabrication of specialized orthotic and prosthetic devices.
Kept notes regarding fabrication specifications, such as but not limited to, times and temperatures of thermoformed materials, amount and type of lamination, weight of a finished product, or any information specific to the specialized materials used in a production process.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Associates In Orthotic Technology
Orthotic Technician Resume
Objective : A career Orthotic Technician position of increasing responsibility that will utilize my talents, skills, and working experience in all areas, with my main goal to support the growth and profitability of any organization that provides challenge, encourages advancement and rewards achievement.
Skills : Communication Skills, Critical Skills.
Description :
Worked with common orthotic and prosthetic tools, both power and hand.
Consulted with technical staff in regards to types of materials and procedures needed for the desired outcome.
Stayed at the forefront of O and P care, the OPT continually receives education and views production as a sub-specialty of orthotics and prosthetics.
Performed ordering and receiving and other inventory tasks as assigned.
Maintained a safe, clean and orderly work environment.
Adheres to all safety regulations.
Compiled with Medicare and other governmental regulations.
Complied with bloodborne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
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