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Prosthetic Assistant Salary Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Certified Prosthetist Orthotist

Tacoma, WA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Train and supervise orthopedic and prosthetic assistants and technicians, including COF. * Update ... Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 All Full-Time positions offer the following: Medical, Dental ...

Certified Prosthetist Orthotist

Salinas, CA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... and prosthetic assistants and technicians, including COF. • Update skills and knowledge by ... Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 All Full-Time positions offer the following: Medical, Dental ...

Certified Prosthetist Orthotist

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... and prosthetic assistants and technicians, including COF. • Update skills and knowledge by ... Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 All Full-Time positions offer the following: Medical, Dental ...

Certified Prosthetist Orthotist

Richland, WA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... and prosthetic assistants and technicians, including COF. • Update skills and knowledge by ... Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 All Full-Time positions offer the following: Medical, Dental ...

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Prosthetic Assistant Salary information

What is the difference between Prosthetic Assistant Salary vs Orthotic Assistant Salary?

AspectProsthetic Assistant SalaryOrthotic Assistant Salary
Average Annual Salary$45,000 - $60,000$43,000 - $58,000
Required CredentialsCertification in Prosthetics Assistance, relevant trainingCertification in Orthotics Assistance, relevant training
Work EnvironmentProsthetic clinics, hospitals, rehab centersOrthotic clinics, hospitals, rehab centers
Industry UsageCommonly employed in prosthetics manufacturing and fittingPrimarily involved in orthotic device fitting and adjustments

Both Prosthetic Assistants and Orthotic Assistants work in similar healthcare settings, assisting with device fitting and patient care. Salaries are comparable, with slight variations based on experience and location. Certification requirements are similar, making both roles accessible for those interested in orthopedics and rehabilitation fields.

What does a prosthetic assistant do?

A prosthetic assistant supports prosthetists by preparing and maintaining prosthetic devices, assisting with fittings, and managing patient records. They may also help with measurements, device adjustments, and sterilization, often working in clinical or laboratory settings under supervision.

How to become a certified prosthetic assistant?

To become a certified prosthetic assistant, individuals typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by completing a formal training program or apprenticeship in prosthetics. Certification requirements vary by state or organization but often include passing a competency exam and gaining practical experience under supervision.
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Certified Prosthetist Orthotist

Pacific Medical Inc.

Tacoma, WA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Established in 1987, Pacific Medical, Inc. is a distributor of durable medical equipment; specializing in orthopedic rehabilitation, arthroscopic surgery, sports medicine, prosthetics, and orthotics. With the heart of the company dedicated to helping and serving others, we provide our services directly to the patient, medical networks, physician clinics, and offices.  We are dedicated to the advancement of patient care through excellent service and product technology.
We have an immediate opportunity to join our growing Ortho Life Orthopedic platform.  We are currently seeking a full-time Certified Prosthetist Orthotist for our Tacoma, WA Patient Care Facility.  This individual will be responsible for the evaluation, fabrication, and custom fitting of artificial limbs and orthopedic braces, specialize in designing and making artificial limbs, designing and fitting orthopedic braces such as surgical supports and corrective shoes, and a willingness to supervise and work with a dynamic team.
Job Responsibilities:
• Examine, interview, and measure patients in order to determine their appliance needs, and to identify factors that could affect appliance fit.
• Fit, test, and evaluate devices on patients, and make adjustments for proper fit, function, and comfort.
• Instruct patients in the use and care of orthoses and prostheses.
• Design orthopedic and prosthetic devices, based on physicians' prescriptions, and examination and measurement of patients.
• Maintain patients' records in accordance with ABC and CMS standards
• Make and modify plaster casts of areas that will be fitted with prostheses or orthoses, for use in the device construction process.
• Select materials and components to be used, based on device design.
• Confer with physicians in order to formulate specifications and prescriptions for orthopedic and/or prosthetic devices.
• Repair, rebuild and modify prosthetic and orthopedic appliances.
• Construct and fabricate appliances or supervise others who are constructing the appliances.
• Train and supervise orthopedic and prosthetic assistants and technicians, including COF.
• Update skills and knowledge by attending conferences and seminars.
• Show and explain orthopedic and prosthetic appliances to healthcare workers.
• Maintenance of inventory of material in main and any satellite locations.
Requirements:
• Must be currently licensed and/or certified and in good standing by governing agency in your field of study either ABC or BOC.
• Must maintain CME’s annually in accordance with ABC and BOC guidelines.
• Must practice within your scope of work unless privileged by a supervisor or practitioner of another specialty.
• Must adhere to the guidelines as set forth in the employee handbook of Pacific Medical Inc. upon hire.
• Must attend and show competency in HIPAA compliance, sexual harassment training, and universal precautions training.
• If required by state law must have additional licensing to perform duties in said state/ region.
• Maintain compliance with ABC facility accreditation and be a leader in its implementation.
• Lead and/or participate as necessary with facility support staff in the annual performance reviews.
• Mandatory attendance and participation in Pacific Medical hosted training and meetings.
Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000
All Full-Time positions offer the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, ER paid Life for Employee, Voluntary benefits, Medical FSA, Dependent FSA, HSA, 401k, and Financial Wellness planning.
Additional Benefits for Full-Time Employees (3 to 4 weeks of Paid Time Off)
Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year
Vacation Benefit: At completion of 3-month introductory period, vacation accrual up to an annual max of 40 hours in the first 23 months, at 24 months, accrual up to an annual max of 80 hours with a rollover balance.
Sick Benefit: Sick accrual begins upon date of hire up to a max annual accrual of 80 hours with a max usage of 48 hours annually with a rollover balance.

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