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Orthotic/Prosthetic Digital Technician

Lurie Children's Hospital · Chicago, IL · $65,520–$107,120 a year · Full time

Posted Aug 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a digital workflow you made more efficient or repeatable.

What they are checking: Whether they improve process, since the posting asks them to build repeatable design workflows.

Why do you want to do this work in pediatrics?

What they are checking: Whether they understand kids grow fast and devices change often, and are motivated by that work.

What would you do

A clinician sends you a design request that you think will cause a pressure problem. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they raise concerns with the orthotist before fabrication rather than silently building what was asked.

A carve comes out wrong and the patient is coming in tomorrow. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they troubleshoot quickly, communicate the delay honestly and protect the patient's appointment if possible.

About the work

Walk me through how you take a raw 3D scan of a child's limb and prepare it for CADCAM or 3D printing.

What they are checking: Whether they can clean, align and prepare anatomical files correctly before design work starts.

How do you use a radiograph or clinical assessment to decide where to apply force and how to align an orthosis?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the biomechanics behind rectification instead of just following software defaults.

How do you decide on material thickness for a device that needs to be stable but light enough for a small child?

What they are checking: Whether they balance strength and weight thoughtfully for growing pediatric patients.

Where would you add relief on a design, and what happens if you get it wrong?

What they are checking: Whether they know relief protects soft tissue and bony prominences, and that errors cause skin breakdown.

What CAD and carving or printing software and equipment have you used?

What they are checking: Whether they have hands-on experience with the tools, including carve setup and file validation.

How do you keep patient files organized and traceable so the right design goes to the right child?

What they are checking: Whether they handle file management carefully, since mix-ups mean a device that does not fit.

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The full job description

As published by Lurie Children's Hospital.

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. Location Outpatient Center in Lincoln Park - Clark Job Description 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 $65,520.00-$107,120.00 Salary 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 incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link 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 Lurie Children’s utilizes certain AI-enabled features within our recruiting platform to support candidate engagement and assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing applicants whose experience aligns with job requirements. All employment decisions are made by individuals. 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

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