Silicone Prosthesis Artist

Responsibilities:

• Create realistic anatomical models and sculptures using photographs, physical references, measurements, and approved designs.
• Sculpt custom anatomical forms, including fingers, toes, hands, feet, and other approved body-part restorations.
• Prepare models, moulds, and patterns for silicone prosthesis fabrication.
• Assist with silicone mixing, casting, curing, demoulding, and finishing according to established procedures.
• Match skin tones using appropriate pigments and colour-blending techniques.
• Apply realistic surface textures, anatomical details, and finishing techniques to improve the appearance of finished prostheses.
• Inspect fabricated products for dimensional accuracy, colour consistency, surface quality, and visible defects.
• Make adjustments and corrections to improve the fit, appearance, and quality of fabricated restorations.
• Collaborate with prosthetists and other team members to ensure that products meet approved clinical and aesthetic requirements.
• Maintain clean, organised, and safe working conditions in the fabrication workshop.
• Follow material-handling procedures and safety guidelines when working with silicone, pigments, moulding compounds, and other fabrication materials.
• Document fabrication processes, material usage, and quality-control observations as required.
• Research and develop improved sculpting, mould-making, pigmentation, and finishing techniques.
• Contribute creative ideas towards the development of new custom prosthetic products and restoration methods.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 4 years of experience 
• A minimum of a diploma in a related field 
  
• Sculpting and 3D modelling
  
• Fine arts and anatomical drawing
  
• Colour matching and pigmentation
  
• Attention to detail
  
• Mould-making and casting
  
• Artistic creativity
  
• Manual dexterity
  
• Surface finishing and texturing
  
• Visual observation and proportion
  
• Problem-solving
  
• Willingness to learn silicone fabrication