How do they match: Medical Appliance Technicians

  • Orthotic Fitter
  • Orthotics Fitter
  • Surgical Appliance Fitter

  • Fit appliances onto patients, and make any necessary adjustments.
  • Bend, form, and shape fabric or material to conform to prescribed contours of structural components.
  • Cover or pad metal or plastic structures or devices, using coverings such as rubber, leather, felt, plastic, or fiberglass.
  • Make orthotic or prosthetic devices, using materials such as thermoplastic and thermosetting materials, metal alloys and leather, and hand or power tools.
  • Test medical supportive devices for proper alignment, movement, or biomechanical stability, using meters and alignment fixtures.

  • Measure clients to ensure proper product fit.