Orthopedic technician vs orthotics fitter

Differences between orthopedic technician and orthotics fitter duties and responsibilities

Orthopedic technician example responsibilities.

• Assist with taking vital signs and CPR.
• Instruct patients on how to adjust crutches, walkers and other aids.
• Adjust crutches and canes to fit patient and instruct patients in walking with casts, braces, and crutches.
• Provide on-call orthopedist and neurologist with surgical procedures, traction application, casting and splinting assistance.
• Work closely with orthopedic surgeons and other physicians to ensure proper application and education of traction devices.
• Create and implement rehabilitation protocols for foot and ankle injuries and post-surgical patients including custom casting and brace fabrication.
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Orthotics fitter example responsibilities.

• Demonstrate knowledge of HIPAA by appropriately managing patient confidentiality.
• Review insurance authorizations and denials with patients.
• Assist Orthotist with casting and fitment of custom orthosis and prosthetics.
• Perform clerical duties, such as filling out EMR and patient intake forms and completing insurance pre-authorization processes.
• Evaluate, measure, and fit: orthotics, braces, slings and foot impressions according to prescription specifications.
• Fit orthopedic post-operative orthotics and braces according to physician's orders.
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