How do they match: Medical Appliance Technicians

  • Airframe and Powerplant Technician
  • Arch Support Maker
  • Arch-Support Maker
  • Artificial Eye Maker
  • Artificial Limb Maker
  • Artificial Plastic Eye Maker
  • Brace Maker
  • Medical Appliance Maker
  • Medical or Surgical Instrument Maker
  • Model Maker
  • O and P Technician
  • Orthopedic Brace Maker
  • Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician
  • Surgical Brace Maker
  • Surgical Instrument Maker

  • Make orthotic or prosthetic devices, using materials such as thermoplastic and thermosetting materials, metal alloys and leather, and hand or power tools.
  • Fit appliances onto patients, and make any necessary adjustments.
  • Read prescriptions or specifications to determine the type of product or device to be fabricated and the materials and tools required.

  • Adjust fabrics or other materials during garment production.
  • Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.
  • Measure clients to ensure proper product fit.
  • Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products.
  • Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
  • Repair production equipment or tools.