Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Orthotist 

Duties and Responsibilities :  
 Their duties are to work with  patients that need extra help on support for their muscles , spine , or limbs . Orthotist also design , make and fit apparatus made of plastic , wood , leather , and metal that helps to align limbs that grow in crooked manner . Orthotist work closely with physicians , that give a patient a prescription for an orthotist device . Physicians can also call Orthotist to plan and design a device needed for a patient . Orthotist can work in clinics, or other private business . 

Average Salary : 

$25.000- $40,000

Educational Requirements : 
In order to become an Orthotist you must complete courses such as math , science , and English during high school . Some colleges and universities offer a bachelor degree , These programs include courses in anatomy, Physics , mathematics , mechanical drawing , and the practice  use of materials used for the making of devices . After a year of experience  , you can apply for a certification . 

Reflection :  In my opinion this sounds like a interesting career . Although in my opinion i don't really seem to have an interest in this career . It isn't something that i would like to be in the future , or persueing this as a career in the future . 


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