How do they match: Medical Appliance Technicians

  • Operation Manager
  • Airframe and Powerplant Technician
  • Artificial Plastic Eye Maker
  • O and P Technician
  • Orthotic and Prosthetic Technician

  • 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.
  • Read prescriptions or specifications to determine the type of product or device to be fabricated and the materials and tools required.
  • Service or repair machinery used in the fabrication of appliances.
  • Test medical supportive devices for proper alignment, movement, or biomechanical stability, using meters and alignment fixtures.

  • Operate grinding equipment.
  • Operate welding equipment.
  • Repair production equipment or tools.