Prosthetist & Orthotist (Chile) - Instalimb Inc.

Santiago, Chile | 1-year project, renewable | Technology-transfer & digital prosthetics

About Instalimb

Instalimb is a Japan-founded med-tech company pioneering the use of 3D printing and AI in prosthetics and orthotics. Since 2018, we’ve worked to make high-quality P&O care faster, more affordable, and more comfortable for people worldwide.

In Chile, we are launching a technology-transfer initiative with international organizations and local partners to expand access to modern, digitally fabricated prosthetic services - while building sustainable local capacity through training and education.

This is a full-time, project-based position (initially 1 year, with potential renewal).

Role Overview

We are seeking a Prosthetist & Orthotist (P&O) to support the rollout of our digital fabrication program in Chile.

You will:

✔ train and mentor partner facilities

✔ supervise clinical quality and digital workflows

✔ support implementation of Instalimb’s 3D scanning, CAD, and printing systems

✔ coordinate closely with hospitals, NGOs, universities, and government partners

Short international travel for training (e.g., India) may be required.

Key Responsibilities

Training & Technical Support

• Deliver structured training on digital P&O workflows (scan → CAD → print → fitting).
• Provide remote/on-site mentorship and troubleshooting.
• Conduct assessments and refresher trainings.

Project & Stakeholder Coordination

• Work with ministries, hospitals, universities, NGOs, and partner facilities.
• Track implementation schedules and prepare progress updates.

Clinical & Technical Supervision

• Oversee patient evaluation, fitting, and follow-up.
• Ensure clinical safety, documentation, and quality control.
• Collect patient feedback and outcomes.

Localization & Product Improvement

• Adapt devices to local patient needs and environments.
• Support small R&D initiatives with the global team.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain detailed training logs, supervision notes, and non-conformance reports.
• Prepare concise English reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Additional duties may include logistics coordination, interpretation/translation, and other project-related tasks as needed.

Technical & Clinical Activities (as part of training/supervision)

• Patient assessment, prescription support, 3D scanning, CAD design, fitting, alignment.
• Education on device use and maintenance; follow-up visits.
• Operation and maintenance of 3D printers and related tools.
• Support rollout of Instalimb ONE (customer & production management system).

Qualifications

Required

• 3+ years hands-on experience in prosthetics & orthotics (clinical + technical).
• Proven competence in device design, fitting, and fabrication.
• Basic English (written & spoken) and computer literacy.
• Ability to work independently across multiple partner sites.
• Willingness to travel and collaborate in multicultural environments.

Preferred

• National P&O registration/certification(or eligibility) in Chile.
• ISPO-accredited training (e.g., Human Study).
• Experience training clinicians/technicians.
• Experience in NGO/government/university projects.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD and 3D printing.
• Knowledge of conventional methods (lamination, liners, pin-lock systems).
• Chilean driver’s license is an advantage.

Employment Details

• Type: Fixed-term (1 year, renewable) or Contract for Service
• Salary: CLP 900,000–1,400,000/month (equivalent USD applicable)
• Hours: Mon–Fri, 09:00–18:00
• Location: Santiago (with some travel in Chile)
• Employer of Record: Deel - working operationally with Instalimb Inc., Japan
• Travel/field expenses reimbursed per policy.

Ethics & Safeguarding

We uphold patient dignity, informed consent, privacy, and Do-No-Harm principles, and follow strict safety, anti-fraud, and conflict-of-interest policies.

How to Apply

Send your CV and cover letter to in.recruit@instalimb.com.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted (interviews may include a practical assessment).