262931 Orthotist / Prosthetist

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This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

• Assesses clients' emotional, psychological, developmental, and physical capabilities using clinical observations and standardised tests
• Administers muscle, nerve, joint, and functional ability tests to identify and assess client's physical and functional abilities
• Develops individual orthotic/prosthetic service plans, considering relevant material science, biomechanics, and anatomical factors
• Prescribes, designs, and fits orthoses and prostheses to meet clients' needs, including their functional, emotional, psychological, and developmental goals
• Provides gait training, education, and continual monitoring, assessment, and evaluation of orthoses and prostheses and treatments
• Collaborates with other health professionals in overall case management, including team consultation as required, about clients' challenges, needs, and progress
• Adjusts and modifies orthoses and prostheses to accommodate minor changes to clients' neuromusculoskeletal systems
• Provides specialist advice in matters relating to legal and administrative proceedings, including providing assessment reports, information, or evidence in court or other proceedings
• Maintains accurate records of client assessments, device specifications, and adjustments