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Health Technician (Orthotic Fitter)
Veterans Health Administration · Posted 1 days ago
On-site Broward County, FL $54K – $70K Apply by Nov 27, 2026 Health Aid And Technician ESFJISFJISFPISTJ Trades
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This position is located at the (1) Bruce W. Carter Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Miami, FL. and (1) William "Bill" Kling Outpatient Clinic in Sunrise, FL in the Prosthetics and Sensory Aids Services. The purpose of this position is to fit orthotic devices to patients in need in our Orthotic Lab section, with a specialization in bracing and device fittings. The selectee reports to the Orthotic Lab Supervisor.
What You'll Do
- →This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled.
- →Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
- →Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made.
- →Duties include but are not limited to: Measures, design, fabricate, fitting, alteration and repairs of such orthopedic appliances, assistive devices, orthopedic shoe modifications and orthotic supports that are prescribed for veterans.
- →Design and fabricate devices when there are no standard guidelines.
- →Instructs resident physicians and other medical staff in the prescription and application of various orthoses.
- →Serves as a technical advisor to physicians, nurses, nursing assistants, therapists and other staff members in the use and application of appliances.
- →Custom designs and manufacture devices to make custom shoe modifications as needed to ensure proper compliance of application of prescription.
- →Issue detailed instructions on assignments that are of a nonstandard nature.
- →Assures the proper fit and functions of all prescribed appliances, and work of other prosthetic/orthotic lab staff must be of the highest quality.
- →Requests and maintain an inventory of prefabricated prosthetic and orthotic devices lo meet anticipated needs of patients.
- →Responds with minimum delay to prescriptions from physicians and requests for replacements from veterans.
- →Maintains proper stock levels, not to exceed thirty days, and the requisitioning of supplies and materials.
- →Work Schedule: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm (Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor.
Requirements
- ✓You must be a U.S.
- ✓Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process.
- ✓In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment.
- ✓The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job.
- ✓All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
- ✓Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
- ✓Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: A pre-placement physical examination is not required.
- ✓Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
- ✓Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents).
- ✓Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- ✓Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
- ✓In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
- ✓Upon completion of your probationary period period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
- ✓A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Personality Fit
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