Job Description
Responsibilities:
Assist in Device Fabrication and Maintenance:
- Support the orthopedic technician in creating, repairing, and maintaining orthopedic devices like prosthetics, orthotics, braces, and splints.
- Prepare materials, molds, and tools for device production, ensuring they are clean, organized, and stored correctly.
- Learn and apply basic techniques for casting, molding, shaping, and assembling orthopedic devices under supervision.
Patient Support and Assistance:
- Assist in measuring and evaluating patients for orthopedic devices, prosthetics, and orthotics, adhering to established protocols.
- Provide support to patients during device fittings, adjustments, and trials to ensure comfort, proper fit, and functionality.
- Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and rehabilitation teams to support patient care and treatment activities.
Documentation and Inventory Management:
- Maintain accurate records of patient visits, device prescriptions, fittings, adjustments, and repairs according to clinical protocols.
- Help manage inventory of orthopedic materials, supplies, and equipment, ensuring proper stock levels and organization.
- Document and label orthopedic devices and materials with details like expiration dates and batch numbers.
Cleaning and Sterilization:
- Assist in cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing orthopedic devices, tools, and equipment in line with infection control guidelines.
- Keep the orthopedic workshop clean and organized, including work surfaces, tools, and storage areas.
- Follow safety procedures to reduce risks of injury or infection during device-related tasks.
Office Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement work plans, with approval from the project manager.
- Coordinate activities and maintain organized filing systems.
- Prepare accurate daily, monthly, and quarterly reports for supervisors.
- Update and manage databases effectively.
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of office tools, equipment, and materials.
- Protect and manage departmental property and goods.
- Improve operational efficiencies and address delinquent accounts.
- Build capacity and enhance knowledge in line with organizational standards.
- Adhere to ethical codes, conduct guidelines, and organizational policies.
- Stay informed about applicable government regulations and laws.
- Exhibit professionalism with clients and colleagues and promptly report incidents.
- Undertake other tasks as assigned by the department.
Job Requirements:
- At least 2 years of experience as an orthopedic technician.
- Diploma in orthopedic technology.
- Familiarity with organizational policies and legal guidelines related to the role.
- Ability to adapt to different job descriptions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organizational and leadership abilities.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
Jab Location: Daikundi and Nangarhar provinces
Submission Guideline:
Qualified candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter explaining their motivation for applying and highlighting relevant experience.
- Submission Email: Send applications to
- including the vacancy number in the subject line before the closing date.
- Academic certificates or references are not required at this stage.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for written tests and interviews.
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