Duties and Responsibilities: An orthotist designs medical supportive devices and appliances, taking measurements to ensure that they fit properly. Patients in need of these devices suffer from disorders, deformities, and injuries of the arms, legs, spine, and other areas of the body. Orthotists are also trained as prosthetists, who design and fit prostheses to replace lost limbs. Orthotist and Prosthetist professionals work in clinics, hospitals, and colleges.
Salary: $25,000 - $40,000
Education: High school students planning to pursue careers in orthotics are advised to take classes in anatomy, physiology, biology, chemistry, physics, algebra, geometry, English, the use of computers, woodworking, metalworking, welding, psychology, social studies, and medical professions.
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