Orthotics and Prosthetics Lab Technician

Job Summary
The Department of Rehabilitation seeks an experienced laboratory coordinator with a broad spectrum of skills and experience to manage laboratory operations, new technology development, device fabrication, and fabrication instruction in the inaugural Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics ( MSOP ) program. The position is a full-time staff position and reports to the director of the Orthotics and Prosthetics program. The MSOP program anticipates admission of its first cohort in the Spring of 2025. The successful candidate is expected to participate as a full member of the department with all relevant duties, responsibilities, and benefits. The staff member is expected to be responsible for the organization, coordination, and supervision and some instruction of laboratory operations in the MSOP program. The value of employment at ETSU goes far beyond salary. The official workday is 7.5 hours, which includes a one-hour lunch/meal break. Regular benefited ETSU employees enjoy a full range of benefits, services, and programs including: Paid time off & leave 17 paid holidays Educational Assistance Health and life insurance Retirement Access to University facilities and services and much more Check out the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page for additional information at: . ETSU is committed to ensuring that our students, faculty, and staff are valued and work in an environment of openness and acceptance. ETSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent. One year of technical experience working in an Orthotics and/or Prosthetics laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications
Certified Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. OR commensurate experience. Working knowledge and skills in digital shape capture and additive manufacturing methods Extensive technical design and fabrication experience in Orthotics and Prosthetics. An associate degree (or higher degree) or strong desire to pursue an associate degree (or higher degree). Management/supervision experience in an active Orthotic and Prosthetic fabrication laboratory. Mentoring/teaching experience in fabrication methods of orthoses, prostheses and footwear.

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