Point Designs: Orthotic & Prosthetic Technician

With a mantra of Empowering Human Potential, Hanger, Inc. is the world's premier provider of orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) services and products, offering the most advanced O&P solutions, clinically differentiated programs and unsurpassed customer service. Hanger's Patient Care segment is the largest owner and operator of O&P patient care clinics nationwide. Through its Products & Services segment, Hanger distributes branded and private label O&P devices, products and components, and provides rehabilitative solutions to the broader market. With 160 years of clinical excellence and innovation, Hanger's vision is to lead the orthotic and prosthetic markets by providing superior patient care, outcomes, services and value. Collectively, Hanger employees touch thousands of lives each day, helping people achieve new levels of mobility and freedom.

We are passionate about what we do and are looking to add another member to our dynamic team. Learn more about our company at pointdesigns.com.

Learn about the patients we work with!

The Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician is responsible for fabricating prostheses and/or components for people with limb absence. The technician fabricates prosthetic sockets and components to provide maximum function, cosmetics, and workmanship and repairs the prosthetic devices as needed. They are expected to keep abreast of process updates and must be skilled in the use of appropriate equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

The technical responsibilities of this role may include some or all of the following functions:

Create, modify, and duplicate plaster models.
• Fabricate diagnostic and definitive rolled silicone sockets custom to each project.
• Perform assembly of the final prosthesis.
• Prepare and assemble prosthetic finger products following existing work instructions.
• Perform repair of prosthetic socket interfaces, according to Company quality and quantity standards.
• Capture and process 3D scans of patient models, prosthetic components, and related objects.
• Convert scan data into editable 3D models and ensure quality and proper alignment.
• Exhibit basic knowledge of computer modeling techniques (CAD).
• Prepare 3D printers (FDM, MJF, and LPBF) for builds, and post-process jobs according to existing SOPs.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure accuracy and product excellence.
• Safely pack and ship orders using appropriate materials.
• Assist with R&D initiatives as needed.

General responsibilities include:

• Employ existing processes to accurately move a project through the fabrication workflow.
• Communicate with team members on project design and troubleshooting ensure seamless design-to-manufacturing integration.
• Collaborate with team members to meet production deadlines.
• Operate various equipment, machinery, and tools to construct prosthetic sockets and components.
• Document work and maintain detailed logs.
• Monitor job priorities, ensure they are all completed accurately.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly work environment.
• Adhere to all safety regulations; compliance with Medicare and other governmental regulations; compliance with blood borne and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Work under close supervision.
• Perform other duties or special projects, as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical training school preferred
• Less than 1 year of related experience

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.
• Aesthetically-minded.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy as it relates to prosthetic design.
• Able to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues and managers.
• Attention to detail and quality of final output.
• Competent with using a computer and learning software workflows.
• Follows SOPs consistently.
• Produces reliable work with minimal rework.
• Demonstrates growing understanding of the job role and desire to expand responsibility.
• Consistent with attendance and timeliness.

Job Complexity:

Works on assignments that are routine in nature, requiring limited judgement. Consults with managers for most projects.

Pay range of $20.67 -24.04 /hour + bonus+ benefits. This pay range is posted to comply with State Law. Hanger salary ranges vary based on skill, ability, knowledge, geographic location and other variables

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• 8 Paid National Holidays & 4 additional Floating Holidays
• PTO that includes Vacation and Sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401k Savings and Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Bonding Leave for New Parents
• Flexible Work Schedules and Part-time Opportunities
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Mentorship Programs- Mentor and Mentee
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance by Location
• Relocation Assistance
• Regional & National traveling CPO/CO/CP opportunities
• Volunteering for Local and National events such as Hanger's BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest

Hanger, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. All conditions and privileges of employment are administered to all employees without discrimination or harassment because of race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, special disabled veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. The company will comply with all applicable state or local fair employment laws that forbid discrimination or harassment on the basis of other protected characteristics. Retaliation against any employee for filing or supporting a complaint of discrimination or harassment is prohibited.

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