Prosthetics technician vs orthotics fitter

Differences between prosthetics technician and orthotics fitter duties and responsibilities

Prosthetics technician example responsibilities.

• Fabricate and repair custom orthotics and prostheses.
• Fabricate and modify children and adult orthotics.
• Fit, test, and evaluate devices on patients, and make adjustments for proper fit, function, and comfort.
• Maintain company's public image and excellent reputation through tailor and consistent communication with patients, personnel, and the public.
• Update warehouse items to include reorganizing, updating shelving units, restructuring pallets with categorizing supplies and equipment.
• Conceive and implement a prosthetic project tracking system that maximize employee communication and increase efficiency, quality, and production.
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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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