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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must be skilled at operating machinery, including power tools, mills, lathes, and welders, while maintaining a high level of hand-eye coordination.
Attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
Ability to multitask.
Basic mathematical skills.
Ability to relay concepts.
Basic budgeting/inventory skills.
Willing to pursue certification as an Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc.
Possess awareness of digital shape capture and additive manufacturing (3-0 printing) methods.
Ability to fabricate, fit, maintain, and repair artificial limbs, carbon, silicone, plastic appliances, and other prosthetic devices, according to Prosthetist specifications.
Ability to maintain and repair prosthetic devices under the guidance of the prosthetic staff and/or the lab manager.
Ability to follow instructions from the Prosthetist to determine the type of prosthesis to be fabricated and the materials and tools required.
Ability to lay out and mark dimensions of parts using appropriate measuring instruments and templates.
Ability to saw, carve, cut, and grind wood, plastic, metal, or fabric to fabricate parts, using appropriate tools.
Ability to drill and tap holes for rivets and screws using a drill press.
Ability to glue, weld, bolt, sew, and rivet parts together to form prostheses.
Ability to test prostheses for freedom of movement, alignment of parts, and mechanical stability, using all appropriate tools.
Ability to fabricate cosmetic covers.
Ability to apply silicone skin covers to the prosthesis.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of technical experience working in an Orthotics and/or Prosthetics laboratory or in a related shop or laboratory environment (e.g., manufacturing, fabrication, machining, woodworking, plastics, or metalwork).

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 a 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.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift 100lbs while stationary
Ability to lift 75lbs while moving.
Ability to push/pull 75 lbs

Compensation and Benefits

Job Family - Teaching and Learning Academic Support 3
Market Range - 7 (Salary Schedules)
For information on benefits, please visit www.etsu.edu/human-resources/benefits/.

Application Instructions

Non-exempt positions are only required to be posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Please attach your resume, cover letter, and (3) references to the application

ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

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.

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Orthotics and Prosthetics Laboratory Technician - 110480