Prosthetic-orthotics technician jobs in Finland
Prosthetic-orthotics technicians design, create, fit and repair supportive devices, such as braces, joints, arch supports, and other surgical and medical appliances.
Prosthetic-orthotics technician - Which skills are essential?
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of plastic.
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of metal.
Manipulate the properties, shape and size of wood.
Perform repairs, fix and modify prosthetic-orthotic devices according to the specifications.
Create technical designs and technical drawings using specialised software.
The various artificial replacements of body parts or limbs, which were lost during a trauma, disease or an accident.
Complete the manufacturing of prosthetic and orthotic devices by sanding, smoothing, applying paint or lacquer layers, stuffing and covering some parts with leather or textiles.
Interpret the specifications written down by doctors or other professionals to determine the type of product or device that needs to be created, as well as the materials that need to be used.
The dynamic relationship of human structure and function and the muscosceletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, reproductive, integumentary and nervous systems; normal and altered anatomy and physiology throughout the human lifespan.
Ensure that all prosthetic-orthotic devices are properly stored and taken care of so they maintain their functionality and appearance.
Various types of orthopaedic supplies such as braces and arm supports, used for physical therapy or physical rehabilitation.
Ensure that the prosthetic-orthotic devices fit the patient according to specifications. Test and evaluate them to ensure that they work as intended. Make adjustments to ensure proper fit, function and comfort.
The biomedical engineering processes used to create medical devices, prostheses and in treatments.
The types of devices used for support such as braces, arch supports and joints.
The materials used to create prosthetic-orthotic devices such as polymers, thermoplastic and thermosetting materials, metal alloys and leather. In the choice of materials, attention must be paid to medical regulations, cost and biocompatibility.
Create prosthetic-orthotic devices according to the designs of the prosthetist-orthotist, company specifications and national and international regulations. Use specialised materials, tools and machinery.
Replace and repair orthopaedic material such as prostheses, technical supports and rehabilitation aids.
Prosthetic-orthotics technician - Which skills are useful but not essential?
The types of special equipment, prosthetics and orthotics used to aid with performing daily activities, such as wheelchairs.
The human musculoskeletal system, comprising of the skeleton, muscles, cartilage, tendons, joints and other connective tissue that supports and binds tissues and organs together. The human musculoskeletal system's primary functions, such as supporting the body, allowing motion, and protecting vital organs.
Command products from relevant suppliers to get convenient and profitable products to purchase.
The characteristics of devices and suppliers in the orthopaedic devices field.
Recommend and provide advice on orthopaedic goods and pieces of equipment such as braces, slings or elbow supports. Provide individual advice depending on customer's specific condition and needs.
Provide information on how the medical device is functioning, what are its features, advantages and usability terms.
Comply with the regional and national legislation that is relevant to one`s work and apply it in practice.
The various methods and techniques used in biomedical laboratory such as molecular and biomedical techniques, imaging techniques, genetic engineering, electrophysiology techniques and in silico techniques.
Check the condition of the prosthetic-orthotic laboratory equipment used. Clean and perform maintenance operations as necessary.
The examination, interview and measurement of patients to determine the prosthetic-orthotic device to be made, including their kind and size.
Sketch, draw or design sketches and drawings from memory, live models, manufactured products or reference materials in the process of crafting and sculpting.
Use plaster to make impressions of body parts, or receive casts to use for the fabrication of products or devices.