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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

General Summary:
The Orthotic/Prosthetic Digital Technician assume responsibility and accountability for the digital preparation, design and model rectification of orthotic/prosthetic devices using CADCAM and 3-D printing.

Essential Job Functions:

Retrieves, manipulates, and prepares anatomical files for CADCAM/3-D printing
Applies appropriate force application and alignment based on patient data (radiograph, clinical assessment)
Applies targeted material thickness for orthotic/prosthetic designs to improve stability of the device
Applies targeted material relief to protect soft tissue from design interface
Develops efficient and repeatable digital design workflows for specific orthotics/prosthetics applications
Prepares and executes CADCAM set-up (finalized file, validate carve radius, foam block preparation, alignment and finished product)
Reviews clinical outcomes with clinician to optimize design of orthoses/prostheses
Partners with clinical staff to verify appropriate prosthetic/orthotic design/alignment
Remains current on latest technology and material science as it applies to CADCAM/3-D printing
Oversees maintenance and cleanliness of CADCAM/3-D printing equipment and overall work environment
Performs file manipulation using appropriate software
Prepares and executes 3-D printer set-up for Multi Jet Fusion (HP) and filament style printers
Assists manager and director with material selection, inventory management and ordering
Applies manufacturer's conditions of use.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Experience preferred
Bachelor's Degree (Preferably Engineering)
Experience with CAD/CAM and 3D printing
Advanced computer skills
Certification in CPR from the American Heart Association by completion of the BLS AED Heartsaver Course within 90 days of initial hire.

Education

Pay Range

At Lurie Children's, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.In addition to base salary, Lurie Children's offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentivesfor select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the followinglink to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities
• Discount purchasing program

There's a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively "Lurie Children's"), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints - recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship.This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children's and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: employeehealth@luriechildrens.org

AI Notice

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It is a civil rights violation with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion, or employment for an employer to use artificial intelligence that has the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes under the Illinois Human Rights Act or to use zip codes as a proxy for protected classes.

For questions about the use of artificial intelligence in this process or any additional support, please contact: peoplequestions@luriechildrens.org