How do they match: Medical Appliance Technicians

  • Fabrication Specialist

  • Read prescriptions or specifications to determine the type of product or device to be fabricated and the materials and tools required.
  • Repair, modify, or maintain medical supportive devices, such as artificial limbs, braces, or surgical supports, according to specifications.

  • Construct customized assistive medical or dental devices.
  • Inspect medical or dental assistive devices.
  • Instruct patients in the use of assistive equipment.
  • Mix ingredients to create specific finishes.
  • Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
  • Repair medical or dental assistive devices.