[Core] [21% incumbents] Fit, test, and evaluate devices on patients, and make adjustments for proper fit, function, and comfort.
  DWAs: Adjust prostheses or other assistive devices.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Instruct patients in the use and care of orthoses and prostheses.
  DWAs: Instruct patients in the use of assistive equipment.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Maintain patients' records.
  DWAs: Record patient medical histories.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Examine, interview, and measure patients to determine their appliance needs and to identify factors that could affect appliance fit.
  DWAs: Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals. | Examine patients to assess general physical condition. | Measure the physical or physiological attributes of patients.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Select materials and components to be used, based on device design.
  DWAs: Fabricate medical devices.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Design orthopedic and prosthetic devices, based on physicians' prescriptions and examination and measurement of patients.
  DWAs: Design medical devices or appliances.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Repair, rebuild, and modify prosthetic and orthopedic appliances.
  DWAs: Fabricate medical devices. | Adjust prostheses or other assistive devices.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Construct and fabricate appliances, or supervise others constructing the appliances.
  DWAs: Fabricate medical devices. | Supervise medical support personnel.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Make and modify plaster casts of areas to be fitted with prostheses or orthoses to guide the device construction process.
  DWAs: Fabricate medical devices.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Confer with physicians to formulate specifications and prescriptions for orthopedic or prosthetic devices.
  DWAs: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Show and explain orthopedic and prosthetic appliances to healthcare workers.
  DWAs: Train medical providers.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Train and supervise support staff, such as orthopedic and prosthetic assistants and technicians.
  DWAs: Train medical providers. | Supervise medical support personnel.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Update skills and knowledge by attending conferences and seminars.
  DWAs: Maintain medical or professional knowledge.

[Core] [21% incumbents] Research new ways to construct and use orthopedic and prosthetic devices.
  DWAs: Conduct research to increase knowledge about medical issues.

[Supplemental] [21% incumbents] Publish research findings or present them at conferences and seminars.
  DWAs: Present medical research reports.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.38) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Writing (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Active Learning (imp:3.75 lvl:4.25) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Mathematics (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Science (imp:2.88 lvl:3.25) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.57 lvl:5.57) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:4.30 lvl:4.62) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Design (imp:3.95 lvl:4.76) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:3.95 lvl:4.71) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  English Language (imp:3.86 lvl:4.29) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Psychology (imp:3.85 lvl:4.95) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Mechanical (imp:3.81 lvl:4.90) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Education and Training (imp:3.80 lvl:4.71) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Production and Processing (imp:3.75 lvl:4.43) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Administration and Management (imp:3.67 lvl:4.29) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:3.62 lvl:4.62) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.52 lvl:4.14) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Physics (imp:3.52 lvl:4.05) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Administrative (imp:3.50 lvl:4.19) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Biology (imp:3.20 lvl:3.57) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Mathematics (imp:3.10 lvl:4.00) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Sales and Marketing (imp:2.90 lvl:4.05) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.86 lvl:2.81) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.74 lvl:3.29) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Chemistry (imp:2.71 lvl:3.33) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.71 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Telecommunications (imp:2.60 lvl:2.10) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Communications and Media (imp:2.52 lvl:2.67) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Law and Government (imp:2.48 lvl:2.85) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Building and Construction (imp:2.35 lvl:2.67) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.19 lvl:2.52) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Foreign Language (imp:2.10 lvl:1.76) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.81 lvl:1.62) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Transportation (imp:1.71 lvl:1.05) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Geography (imp:1.57 lvl:1.24) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  History and Archeology (imp:1.29 lvl:0.48) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Fine Arts (imp:1.19 lvl:0.33) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Food Production (imp:1.10 lvl:0.29) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.38) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.25) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Written Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:4.38) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Visualization (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.38 lvl:4.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Originality (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.38) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Number Facility (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Depth Perception (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Memorization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Static Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Reaction Time (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Response Orientation (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Rate Control (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.75) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Night Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.50 lvl:4.90) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.48 lvl:5.33) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.48 lvl:5.71) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:4.38 lvl:5.29) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.15 lvl:4.90) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Working with Computers (imp:4.14 lvl:3.62) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Getting Information (imp:4.10 lvl:4.57) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Processing Information (imp:4.10 lvl:5.14) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.10 lvl:4.95) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:4.05 lvl:4.38) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Thinking Creatively (imp:4.05 lvl:5.00) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.05 lvl:5.00) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.95 lvl:4.45) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.95 lvl:4.81) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.90 lvl:3.71) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.86 lvl:4.38) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:3.85 lvl:4.33) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.76 lvl:4.48) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.63 lvl:4.10) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.62 lvl:4.43) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.57 lvl:4.57) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.53 lvl:4.00) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.48 lvl:4.38) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.40 lvl:3.95) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.38 lvl:4.00) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.38 lvl:3.95) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.38 lvl:4.43) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:3.35 lvl:4.33) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.29 lvl:3.95) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:3.24 lvl:3.86) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.24 lvl:3.81) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.24 lvl:3.33) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:3.21 lvl:4.10) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.19 lvl:4.33) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.11 lvl:3.29) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.10 lvl:3.67) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:3.05 lvl:3.38) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.76 lvl:2.95) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.76 lvl:3.00) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.75 lvl:3.62) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.57 lvl:2.24) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:8.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:7.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Integrity (imp:6.00) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cautiousness (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Cooperation (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.88) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.53) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Empathy (imp:2.30) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cautiousness (imp:2.28) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Cooperation (imp:2.18) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Innovation (imp:2.12) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Integrity (imp:2.10) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Achievement Orientation (imp:2.01) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Empathy (imp:2.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Sincerity (imp:1.97) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.93) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Social Orientation (imp:1.81) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Perseverance (imp:1.80) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Adaptability (imp:1.79) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Control (imp:1.70) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.66) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.64) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Optimism (imp:1.60) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Initiative (imp:1.32) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.31) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Humility (imp:1.22) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Leadership Orientation (imp:1.13) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.75 lvl:4.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Coordination (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Instructing (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Operations Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Time Management (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Persuasion (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Technology Design (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Negotiation (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Repairing (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 9,390
  annual_median    : $81,110
  annual_pct10     : $46,350
  annual_pct25     : $61,290
  annual_pct75     : $99,990
  annual_pct90     : $119,810
  annual_mean      : $83,740
  hourly_median    : $38.99

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : New Jersey ($118,950)
  lowest_state     : District of Columbia ($44,080)
  dispersion_ratio : 2.699x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (45 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    4,210  median: $  77,490
  Manufacturing                            emp:    2,390  median: $  83,370
  Retail Trade                             emp:    1,260  median: $  77,630
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      950  median: $  90,230
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      300  median: $  70,960
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      140  median: $  76,730
  Educational Services                     emp:       50  median: $  78,810

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (7 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:    4,210  median: $  77,490
  Manufacturing                            emp:    2,390  median: $  83,370
  Retail Trade                             emp:    1,260  median: $  77,630
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      950  median: $  90,230
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:      300  median: $  70,960
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      140  median: $  76,730
  Educational Services                     emp:       50  median: $  78,810

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fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T21:48:25.249707Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Orthotist (similarity: 0.5000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orthotist
  QID: Q108131496
  Extract: An orthotist is a healthcare professional who specializes in the provision of orthoses including braces or other orthotic devices. An orthotist has overall responsibly of orthotics treatment, and can supervise and mentor the practice of other personnel. They are clinicians trained to assess the need

  Title: Genu recurvatum (similarity: 0.0952)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genu_recurvatum
  QID: Q5533802
  Extract: Genu recurvatum is a deformity in the knee joint, so that the knee bends backwards. In this deformity, excessive extension occurs in the tibiofemoral joint. Genu recurvatum is also called knee hyperextension and back knee. This deformity is more common in women and is correlated with men with extrem

  Title: Kevin Carroll (prosthetist) (similarity: 0.4815)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_Carroll_(prosthetist)
  QID: Q6395987
  Extract: 
Kevin Carroll is an Irish prosthetist, researcher, educator, and author. He is the Vice-President of Prosthetics for Hanger Clinic, a prosthetics and orthotics provider in the United States.

  Title: Prosthetist (similarity: 0.5789)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prosthetist
  QID: Q3990978
  Extract: A prosthetist, as defined by The World Health Organization, is a healthcare professional with overall responsibly of prosthetics and orthotics treatment, who can supervise and mentor the practice of other personnel. They are clinicians trained to assess the needs of the user, prescribe treatment, de

  Title: Health and Care Professions Council (similarity: 0.4194)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Health_and_Care_Professions_Council
  QID: Q5690717
  Extract: The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), formerly the Health Professions Council (HPC), is a statutory regulator of over 280,000 professionals from 15 health and care professions in the United Kingdom. The Council reports its main purpose is to protect the public. It does this by setting and 

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong O*NET data coverage with detailed task descriptions, clear education requirements, and comprehensive wage data from BLS OEWS May 2025.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T19:52:46.658030+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,636
tokens_output        : 4,203
cost_usd             : $0.045746
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though related entries exist for 'Orthotist' and 'Prosthetist' as separate specialties. The combined role reflects the integrated practice common in modern healthcare settings.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Orthotists and Prosthetists are healthcare professionals who design, fit, and adapt orthopedic braces and prosthetic devices to help patients with disabling conditions regain mobility and function. They combine medical knowledge with engineering skills to create custom appliances that replace missing limbs or support weakened body parts. These specialists work directly with patients throughout the entire process, from initial assessment and device design to fitting, adjustment, and ongoing care instruction.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves examining and measuring patients to assess their specific appliance needs, then designing custom orthotic braces or prosthetic limbs based on physician prescriptions. They spend significant time fitting and testing devices on patients, making careful adjustments to ensure proper function, comfort, and alignment. The role requires detailed documentation of patient records and progress, as well as instructing patients on proper use and maintenance of their devices. Much of the work involves hands-on fabrication using specialized materials and tools, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals, and providing ongoing patient support through follow-up appointments.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this field combine strong technical aptitude with deep empathy for patients facing physical challenges. The work requires exceptional attention to detail and dependability, as poorly fitted devices can cause serious harm or discomfort. Those who thrive possess excellent problem-solving abilities and can think both analytically and creatively when designing solutions for unique patient needs. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for building trust with patients who may be adjusting to life-changing conditions, while manual dexterity and spatial reasoning help in the precise fabrication and fitting process.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry requires a master's degree in orthotics and prosthetics from an accredited program, which 90% of practitioners hold according to education distribution data. These specialized graduate programs combine coursework in anatomy, biomechanics, and materials science with extensive clinical rotations. Following graduation, candidates must complete a one-year residency and pass national certification exams administered by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics & Pedorthics. Some states also require professional licensure beyond national certification.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced orthotists and prosthetists often advance to supervisory roles overseeing device fabrication teams or managing clinical departments in hospitals and specialized practices. Many pursue specialization in particular patient populations such as pediatrics, sports medicine, or veterans' care. Career advancement may lead to opening independent practices, consulting for device manufacturers, or teaching in academic programs. Some professionals transition into research and development roles with medical device companies or pursue doctoral degrees to conduct clinical research on new technologies and treatment approaches.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 9,390 professionals nationwide with a median annual wage of $81,110 according to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, ranging from $46,350 to $119,810 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is significant, with New Jersey offering the highest median wages at $118,950 compared to the District of Columbia at $44,080. Employment is concentrated in healthcare and social assistance (4,210), manufacturing (2,390), and retail trade (1,260) sectors. The aging population and increasing diabetes-related amputations are expected to drive steady demand growth, while advances in 3D printing and smart prosthetics are transforming the field.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The profession shows strong resilience to automation due to its emphasis on direct patient care, custom fitting, and complex problem-solving that requires human judgment. While computer-aided design tools and 3D printing are enhancing efficiency in device fabrication, the core activities of patient assessment, fitting, adjustment, and counseling remain inherently human-centered and cannot be easily automated.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [knowledge_overlap] Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric (29-1242.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require extensive knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and Medicine and Dentistry (4.3 importance for O&P).
    data: Medicine and Dentistry knowledge overlap
    data: Primary-Short relationship declared
  [task_similarity] Medical Appliance Technicians (51-9082.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles involve fabricating medical devices and working with similar materials and construction processes.
    data: Fabricate medical devices task overlap
    data: Primary-Short relationship declared
  [riasec_cluster] Physical Therapists (29-1123.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share strong Social (4.30) and Investigative (5.10) orientations focused on patient rehabilitation.
    data: Therapy and Counseling knowledge (4.0 importance)
    data: Primary-Long relationship declared
  [job_zone] Audiologists (29-1181.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both are Job Zone 5 requiring extensive preparation and master's degree education (90% for O&P).
    data: Job Zone 5 classification
    data: Master's degree requirement
  [skill_overlap] Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians (29-1229.04) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both require high levels of Active Listening (4.0 importance) and Customer Service knowledge for patient care.
    data: Customer and Personal Service knowledge (4.6 importance)
    data: Primary-Short relationship declared

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['orthotist', 'prosthetist', 'orthotic', 'prosthetic', 'artificial limb', 'brace fitter', 'appliance fitter', 'certified prosthetist orthotist']
  exclude_keywords : ['surgeon', 'physician', 'technician', 'assistant', 'therapist']
  title_patterns   : ['Certified Prosthetist Orthotist', 'Licensed Prosthetist', 'Board Orthotist', 'ABC Orthotist', 'Certified Orthotist']
  common_variations: ['CPO', 'LPO', 'CO', 'CP', 'Artificial Limb Fitter', 'Board Prosthetist', 'Orthotic Fitter', 'Prosthetic Fitter']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['tendency', 'others', 'devices', 'equipment', 'medical', 'patients', 'principles', 'needs', 'materials', 'body', 'design', 'includes', 'control', 'objects', 'treatment', 'ideas', 'care', 'healthcare', 'standards', 'techniques']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
tendency                   42  0.01525  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01416  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  onet_tasks:3%
devices                    24  0.00872  dwas                 dwas:29%  onet_dimensions:21%  onet_tasks:17%
equipment                  24  0.00872  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:96%  dwas:4%
medical                    18  0.00654  dwas                 dwas:83%  inference:11%  onet_dimensions:6%
patients                   17  0.00617  inference            inference:41%  onet_tasks:29%  dwas:24%
principles                 16  0.00581  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
needs                      13  0.00472  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:62%  wikipedia:15%  inference:15%
materials                  13  0.00472  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  inference:15%  onet_tasks:8%
body                       13  0.00472  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:77%  wikipedia:15%  inference:8%
design                     12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:25%  onet_tasks:17%
includes                   12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00436  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
treatment                  11  0.00399  wikipedia            wikipedia:55%  onet_dimensions:27%  dwas:9%
ideas                      11  0.00399  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
care                       10  0.00363  wikipedia            wikipedia:40%  inference:30%  onet_dimensions:20%
healthcare                 10  0.00363  wikipedia            wikipedia:40%  inference:40%  onet_tasks:10%
standards                  10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  wikipedia:20%
techniques                 10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
physical                   10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  dwas:20%  wikipedia:10%
activities                 10  0.00363  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
problems                    9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
human                       9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
resources                   9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00327  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
professionals               9  0.00327  inference            inference:44%  wikipedia:33%  dwas:22%
prosthetic                  8  0.00291  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:75%  inference:25%
ways                        8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
monitoring                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
procedures                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
providing                   8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
production                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
personnel                   8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  dwas:25%  wikipedia:25%
events                      8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
actions                     8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
performing                  8  0.00291  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%