Prosthetic Technician
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Last updated on 20 Nov 2025
Overview
Prosthetic Technician is also known as Prosthetist. They do assessment of the patient's needs related their limb prosthesis and making prosthesis by using appropriate materials. They are working in the field of Prosthetics & Orthotics specialty.

Job Description
- Patient's limb assessment and examination
- Patient limb evaluation and measurement as per Orthopedic surgeon prescription.
- Working with range of materials including plastics, metals, leather, carbon fibre and composites.
- Casting and fitting of prostheses and orthoses.
- Patient counselling for limb and prosthesis care.
- Patient medical record keeping and maintenance.

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Average Salary among Countries
| Country | Min. Salary Per Month | Max. Salary Per Month |
|---|---|---|
| India | INR 20000 | INR 25000 |
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