Under the direct supervision of a certified Orthotist or Prosthetist assists in the fabrication, repair, and fitting of orthoses or prostheses as prescribed by a physicianMary Free Bed SummaryWe have the great privilege of helping patients and families re-build their lives. It's extraordinarily meaningful work and the reason we greet the day with optimism and anticipation. When patients "Ask for Mary," they experience a culture that has been sculpted for more than a century. Our hallmark is to carefully listen to patients and innovatively serve them. This is true of every employee, from support staff and leadership to clinicians and care providers.Mary Free Bed is a not-for-profit, nationally accredited rehabilitation hospital serving thousands of children and adults each year through inpatient, outpatient, sub-acute rehabilitation, orthotics and prosthetics and home and community programs. With the most comprehensive rehabilitation services in Michigan and an exclusive focus on rehabilitation, Mary Free Bed physicians, nurses and therapists help our patients achieve outstanding clinical outcomes. The growing Mary Free Bed Network provides patients throughout the state with access to our unique standard of careMission StatementRestoring hope and freedom through rehabilitation.Employment Value PropositionAt Mary Free Bed, we take pride in our values-based culture:* Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our Commitment to providing an inclusive environment for patients, families, staff, and community, through embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion T.O.G.E.T.H.E.R.* Focus on Patient Care. A selfless drive to serve and heal connects all MFB employees.* Clinical Variety and Challenge. An inter-disciplinary approach and a top team of professionals create ever-changing opportunities and activities.* Family Culture. We offer the stability of a large organization while nurturing the family/team atmosphere of a small organization.* Trust in Each Other. Each employee knows that co-workers can be trusted to make the right decision for our family, patients, staff, and community.* A Proud Tradition. Years of dedicated, quality service to our patients and community have yielded a reputation that fills our employees with pride.Age Specific ResponsibilityMust be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned department. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.SummaryUnder the direct supervision of a certified Orthotist or Prosthetist assists in the fabrication, repair, and fitting of orthoses or prostheses as prescribed by a physician.Essential Job Responsibilities* Works independently.* Fabricates assigned casts according to measurements, model specifications and layouts.* Repairs and/or performs maintenance of orthoses or prostheses as delegated.* Assists in measurements of patients by going with Orthotists or Prosthetists to exam rooms, nursing homes, or hospitals to help position patients during the measurement process.* Operates machinery such as drill presses, ovens, cutters, grinders, lathes, and polishers.* Assists Orthotists or Prosthetists for wraps, measurements, or delivery of items.* Exhibits skills in metal shaping, vacuum forming, laminating, trimming, and sewing by using saws, grinders, ovens, chemicals, and cutters to fabricate. Possesses specialized skills unique to prosthetic and orthotic fabrication.* Assists in inventories of supplies and equipment. Dispenses su