Summary
Orthotist is a professional role responsible for designs and creates medical or surgical devices such as artificial limbs and fit them to patients interviews and assess patients’ needs designing and fabricating orthopedic devices based on the patients needs and prescription support patients by providing instructions and device repair and maintenance within their specialized field.
Minimum entry
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Future outlook
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Description
Orthotist is a professional role responsible for designs and creates medical or surgical devices such as artificial limbs and fit them to patients interviews and assess patients’ needs designing and fabricating orthopedic devices based on the patients needs and prescription support patients by providing instructions and device repair and maintenance within their specialized field.
Employment prospects
The job has potential for growth
Tasks
- work in various industries, including manufacturing, health and personal care stores, doctors' offices, and hospitals.
Skills
Core skills
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Technical skills
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Transferable skills
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Certifications
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Education
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Relevant courses
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Institutions
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Minimum requirements
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Work context
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Where they work
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Work setting
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Schedule
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Employment type
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How to become one
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Career progression
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Related occupations
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