§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

prosthetic-orthotics technician

Prosthetic-orthotics technicians design, create, fit and repair supportive devices, such as braces, joints, arch supports, and other surgical and medical appliances.

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Description

Prosthetic-orthotics technicians design, create, fit and repair supportive devices, such as braces, joints, arch supports, and other surgical and medical appliances.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

types of orthopedic supplies prosthetic-orthotic device materials orthotic devices biomedical engineering prosthetic devices human anatomy

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

orthopaedic goods industry use of special equipment for daily activities musculoskeletal anatomy biomedical techniques prosthetic-orthotic examination

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

use technical drawing software repair prosthetic-orthotic devices manipulate metal finish prosthetic-orthotic devices interpret prescriptions manipulate plastic test prosthetic-orthotic devices maintain prosthetic-orthotic devices manipulate wood repair orthopedic goods manufacture prosthetic-orthotic devices

OPTIONALOptional competences

use casts of body parts order supplies comply with legislation related to health care design objects to be crafted maintain prosthetic-orthotic laboratory equipment recommend orthopedic goods to customers depending on their condition advise on medical device features

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)