Job Description:

• 1) Fits and sells surgical appliances, such as trusses, abdominal supports, braces, cervical collars, and artificial limbs, using knowledge of anatomy, orthopedics, orthotics, and prosthetics: Measures customer with tape measure or follows prescription from physician to determine type and size of appliance required.

• 2) Selects appliance from stock and fits appliance on customer.

• 3) Writes specifications for and orders custom-made appliances.