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Prosthetic Technician's Career Choices

Prosthetic Technician

More than ever people who have lost a limb or external body part, such as an eye, ear, or breast, will receive a prosthesis to continue their daily routine and function normally in our society. Prostheses are prescribed by a licensed physician. The prosthetic technician provides a vital service to the rehabilitation medicine community and to individuals with disabilities. Body parts such as legs, arms, hands, feet, and most other body parts can be replaced.

The Prosthetic technician assiststs in measuring, fabrication, fitting, repairing, or servicing a prosthesis. They must posess mechanical ability and hand-eye coordination to use laboratory tools safely and effectively, effective organizational, time management and planning skills, good interpersonal and verbal skills for communicating with others, the bility to work effectively as a team member, and to lift fifty (50) pounds of weight.

The preceding information is provided as a brief summary and incorporates typical responsibilities and qualifications of the position. Other related duties or specific criteria not expressly mentioned may be required for a particular vacancy and can be explained by the hiring manager.

A certified Prosthetist, or BOCP or CP has passed the certification standards of the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certificatio,  or The American Board of Certification in Orthotics & Prosthetics, Inc. . They maintain their certification status through mandatory continuing education programs and adherence to the BOC Code of Ethics, or similarly, the Code of Professional Reponsibility.

Job Listings: Medical Specialty Jobs
Education: High School, then Technical training school
Employed:
Related: Dental Prosthetic Technician/Dental Equipment Repair Technician
Openings: thousands

Projected Growth: 21% to 35%
Earnings: $46,870 (median annual)

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