Orthotists and Prosthetist Career

Job Description: Design, measure, fit, and adapt orthopedic braces, appliances or prostheses, such as limbs or facial parts for patients with disabling conditions.


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Orthotists and Prosthetist Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$69,920

Median Hourly Wage

$33.62*

Total Employed Nationally

7,500


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.