Description
An American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) Certified Technician is an individual trained and qualified to assist an ABC credentialed individual by providing technical support. The certified technician fabricates, repairs and maintains orthoses and/or prostheses; and is also proficient in current fabricating techniques, familiar with material properties and skilled in the use of appropriate equipment. They are educated and experienced in use of hand tools, lab machinery, plaster modification techniques, fabrication techniques, material properties, and anatomy applicable to the technical requirements. ABCs certified scope of practice details the specific functions of a certified technician. This includes assessment of orthotic and/or prosthetic technical requirements, formulation and implementation of fabrication, follow–up and practice management.
The practice of an ABC certified orthotic and/or prosthetic technician includes, but is not limited to:
Assessment of orthotic and/or prosthetic technical requirements. Technical assessment may include but is not limited to the evaluation of the following information:
Physical assessment data
Range of motion requirements
Orthotic/prosthetic requirements
Material selection
Component application
Structural analysis
Device specific function
Formulation of fabrication requirements within the established treatment plan. This formulation includes, but is not limited to:
Verification of documentation
Consultation with manufacturing professionals as required
Analysis of structural and design needs for implementation
Development of device specific functional goals
Consultation with clinicians and peers
Implementation of the fabrication requirements includes, but is not limited to:
application of physical data
modification and/or rectification of physical data
material selection
fabrication
structural evaluation
compliance with component selection and manufacturer recommendations
assessment of intervention for appropriate outcomes
Utilization of a follow–up treatment plan that ensures successful fabrication outcomes which includes, but is not limited to:
documentation of structural changes
formulation of modifications to ensure successful outcomes
development of long–term service plan
Compliance with practice management plans, policies and procedures which includes, but is not limited to:
adherence to applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations
following patient care guidelines and procedures
maintaining a safe and professional environment
application of manufacturer's guarantees, and conditions of use
performing applicable machine maintenance and calibration
maintaining applicable records of components, machines and other necessary equipment components, machines and other necessary equipment
Promotion of competency and enhancement of professional practice to contribute to the professions body of knowledge includes, but is not limited to participation in:
Continuing education
Training of residents and students
Evidence based studies
Promotion of public awareness of the profession
Consumer organizations, governmental and non–governmental organizations
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) Technician education program is preferred.
Experience:
- At least two years of experience with design and production of prosthetic and orthotic devices or completion of a 2–year NCOPE accredited orthotic–prosthetic technical education program.
Licensure:
- Certification as an ABC Certified Orthotic and/or Prosthetic Technician is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand on tile over concrete to complete most tasks during each day. Frequently bend, stoop, walk, reach. Work with hand tools and power tools including cast saws, band saws, belt grinders, drills. Work with materials including metal, aluminum, carbon fiber, cork, foam, plaster, epoxy, glues, thinner. Lift items such as plaster molds and bags of plaster, that could weigh up to and exceeding 50 lbs.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
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