Certified Orthotic Technician

An American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) Certified Technician is an individual trained and qualified to assist an ABC credentialed individual by providing technical support. The certified technician fabricates, repairs and maintains orthoses and/or prostheses; and is also proficient in current fabricating techniques, familiar with material properties and skilled in the use of appropriate equipment. They are educated and experienced in use of hand tools, lab machinery, plaster modification techniques, fabrication techniques, material properties, and anatomy applicable to the technical requirements. ABC's certified scope of practice details the specific functions of a certified technician. This includes assessment of orthotic and/or prosthetic technical requirements, formulation and implementation of fabrication, follow-up and practice management.

The practice of an ABC certified orthotic and/or prosthetic technician includes, but is not limited to:

Assessment of orthotic and/or prosthetic technical requirements. Technical assessment may include but is not limited to the evaluation of the following information:

Physical assessment data

Range of motion requirements

Orthotic/prosthetic requirements

Material selection

Component application

Structural analysis

Device specific function

Formulation of fabrication requirements within the established treatment plan. This formulation includes, but is not limited to:

Verification of documentation

Consultation with manufacturing professionals as required

Analysis of structural and design needs for implementation

Development of device specific functional goals

Consultation with clinicians and peers

Implementation of the fabrication requirements includes, but is not limited to:

application of physical data

modification and/or rectification of physical data

material selection

fabrication

structural evaluation

compliance with component selection and manufacturer recommendations

assessment of intervention for appropriate outcomes

Utilization of a follow-up treatment plan that ensures successful fabrication outcomes which includes, but is not limited to:

documentation of structural changes

formulation of modifications to ensure successful outcomes

development of long-term service plan

Compliance with practice management plans, policies and procedures which includes, but is not limited to:

adherence to applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations

following patient care guidelines and procedures

maintaining a safe and professional environment

application of manufacturer's guarantees, and conditions of use

performing applicable machine maintenance and calibration

maintaining applicable records of components, machines and other necessary equipment components, machines and other necessary equipment

Promotion of competency and enhancement of professional practice to contribute to the profession's body of knowledge includes, but is not limited to participation in:

Continuing education

Training of residents and students

Evidence based studies

Promotion of public awareness of the profession

Consumer organizations, governmental and non-governmental organizations

In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: ?

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Completion of National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE) Technician education program is preferred.

Experience

• At least two years of experience with design and production of prosthetic and orthotic devices or completion of a 2-year NCOPE accredited orthotic-prosthetic technical education program.

Licensure

• Certification as an ABC Certified Orthotic and/or Prosthetic Technician is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand on tile over concrete to complete most tasks during each day. Frequently bend, stoop, walk, reach. Work with hand tools and power tools including cast saws, band saws, belt grinders, drills. Work with materials including metal, aluminum, carbon fiber, cork, foam, plaster, epoxy, glues, thinner. Lift items such as plaster molds and bags of plaster, that could weigh up to and exceeding 50 lbs.

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