What does an orthopedic technician do?
Orthopedic technicians assist doctors and surgeons by applying casts, splints, simple braces and prosthetics. They also fit and adjust canes, crutches and walkers and provide patient instruction on the use of these walking aids. If you relate well to people and are a compassionate and effective communicator, this field may be for you. What can I earn? According to Boston Reed College and the National Association of Orthopedic Technologist, starting salary for orthopedic technicians is $16-18 per hour. What are the requirements? To enroll in the course, you must: – be 18 years of age or older – be a high school graduate or have a GED – complete an English and Math pre-screening. Students will be required to pass an English language and math pre-screening prior to final admittance into any course. This pre-screening will be administered at the first class meeting. The pre-screening covers basic English language reading and comprehension as well as basic math (addition, subtraction, multi
