Medical Appliance Technicians

Construct, fit, or repair medical devices such as braces or prosthetics.

Medical Appliance Technicians construct, fit, or repair medical devices. They may work on braces, orthotics and prosthetics, arch supports, and other surgical or medical devices.

Wages	$24.67 per hour on average
Outlook	Statewide data not available
Education & Training	High School or less is typically required.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Orthotist/Prosthetist
On the Job	Work Activities Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements. Inspect medical or dental assistive devices. Measure clients to ensure proper product fit. Operate grinding equipment. Adjust fabrics or other materials during garment production. Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products. Cast molds of patient anatomies to create medical or dental devices. Construct customized assistive medical or dental devices. Draw guide lines or markings on materials or workpieces using patterns or other references. Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.
Career Pathways	Maintenance, Installation and Repair
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