Hospital Orthotics and Prosthetics Job Description |
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Job Duties
As a career in the allied health and rehab industry, orthotics and prosthetics professionals are responsible for evaluating, assessing, creating, and custom fitting artificial limbs and orthopedic braces for patients. Orthotists and prosthetists also do a good amount of research and records keeping. They also play a major role in informing the attending clinician of patient progress and response to treatment. Orthotists and prosthetists may work independently in private offices or in larger facilities such as hospitals, clinics, and workshops and typically work 40 hour weeks.
Job Qualifications and Compensation
To become an Orthotist or prosthetist, there are a number of certifications and qualifications a candidate must have. All candidates are generally required to have at least a four year degree in the specific field of orthotics and prosthetics as well as accreditation as an American Board of Certification licensed practitioner. These employees operate under a code of strict conduct. All applicants must be able to pass a background check, drug screening, and an employment history check if applicable.
Other requirements for the position include the ability to demonstrate quality health care and professionalism at all times. The positions of Orthotists and prosthetists are demanding and typically require candidates to be on their feet for most of the day, and may even require the moving of patients. Good health and work ethics are generally preferred by employers. These positions generally make around the same amount in salary, which averages around $66,600 a year. Benefits of working in these professions may include medical, dental, and vision care plans, retirement plans, paid time off including vacation, holidays, sick days, and personal days, and even opportunities for continued education.
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