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Certified Prosthetist Orthotist

Knoxville, TN

In this role, the candidate will work alongside other practitioners in creating quality prosthetic and orthotic devices. A systematic approach will be used to transition the candidate through various ...

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How much do prosthetic practitioner jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for prosthetic practitioner in the United States is $19.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much do prosthetists earn?

Prosthetic practitioners, or prosthetists, typically earn a median annual salary of around $60,000 to $70,000, with experienced professionals and those working in specialized settings earning higher. Salaries can vary based on location, experience, certifications, and the complexity of cases handled.

What degree do you need to be a prosthetist?

To become a prosthetist, you typically need a bachelor's degree in a health-related field followed by a master's degree in prosthetics and orthotics from an accredited program. Certification from the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics (ABC) is also required to practice professionally.

Where do prosthetists make the most money?

Prosthetists tend to earn higher salaries in regions with a higher cost of living and greater demand for specialized healthcare services. Typically, urban areas and states with advanced medical facilities offer higher compensation, especially for those with extensive experience and specialized skills in prosthetic design and fitting.

What is the difference between Prosthetic Practitioner vs Prosthetist?

AspectProsthetic PractitionerProsthetist
CredentialsTypically requires certification or licensing depending on regionRequires formal education, certification, and licensing as a prosthetist
Work EnvironmentWorks in clinics, hospitals, or prosthetic facilitiesWorks in clinical settings, manufacturing labs, or hospitals
Industry UsageUsed broadly for professionals involved in prosthetic care and fittingSpecific title for licensed specialists designing and fitting prostheses

The main difference is that a Prosthetic Practitioner often refers to a professional involved in prosthetic care with varying certification levels, while a Prosthetist is a licensed specialist with formal training and certification. Both roles work closely in patient care, but the Prosthetist typically has more specialized qualifications and responsibilities.

How much do prosthetists make per hour?

Prosthetic practitioners, or prosthetists, typically earn between $25 and $50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and work setting. They often work full-time in clinical environments, requiring certification and specialized training to fabricate and fit prosthetic devices.
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Infographic showing various Prosthetic Practitioner job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 80% Full Time, and 16% Part Time. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,232 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Orthotist-Prosthetist (Advanced Practitioner)

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Walla Walla, WA

$89K/yr

Other

Posted 7 days ago

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This position functions primarily in the Orthotic Prosthetic Clinical Service as part of the VISN 20 Prosthetics and Sensory Aides Service Line.
The GS-12 Orthotist-Prosthetist (Advanced Practitioner) is in a non- supervisory position.
Qualifications:Basic Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • English Language Proficiency: Orthotists, prosthetists, or orthotist/prosthetists must be proficient in spoken and written as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d).
  • Education: A bachelor's degree or higher in orthotics and prosthetics from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited program. OR, A bachelor's degree or higher in any major along with a post-graduate orthotics or prosthetics certificate from a CAAHEP accredited program. Graduates of foreign degree programs must have proof of a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university (or foreign equivalent, as verified through an independent credential evaluation company), with a specialization in orthotics and prosthetics.
  • Board Certification: Candidates must be board certified by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) or the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC) as an orthotist, prosthetist, or orthotist/prosthetist. The board certificate must be current and the applicant must abide by the certifying body's requirements for continuing education. Certification as a technician, pedorthist, assistant or fitter does not meet this requirement.
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Grade Determinations for GS-12 Orthotist/Prosthetist (Advanced Practitioner):
  • Experience: Completion of 1 year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level as an orthotist/prosthetist functioning as a full member of the clinical team which includes significant involvement in treatment plan development for the most complex types of conditions.
  • Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSA and demonstrate the potential to acquire the assignment- specific KSAs designated by an asterisk (*):
    • Knowledge of regulatory requirements established by the ABC, BOC, the National Committee for Orthotic/Prosthetic Education (NCOPE), the International Association of Orthotists and Prosthetists (IAOP), the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP), Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO), etc.
    • *Knowledge of administrative functions including budget development and management, inventory management, space and workload planning, as well as knowledge of the National Prosthetic Patient Database (NPPD), knowledge of the Prosthetic National Software (PNS) package, Decision Support System (DSS), and knowledge of accreditation requirements for orthotic and prosthetic laboratories and certification requirements for individuals.
    • *Ability to analyze data and provide reports using CPRS, Vista, DSS, HCPCS codes and other patient database information.
    • *Ability to provide training to orthotists/prosthetists in new technologies and innovations in devices.
Education:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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