Orthotist

October 30, 2016

Orthotist Job Description

Prosthetists/Orthotists Design orthopedic and prosthetic devices, based on physicians’ prescription and examination and measurement of patient. Fit, test and evaluate devices on patients and make adjustments for proper fit, function and comfort. Instruct patients in the use and care of orthoses and prostheses. Repair, rebuild and modify prosthetic and orthopedic appliances. Maintain patients’ records.

Orthotist Salary Statistics as of 2015

Average annual salary for a Orthotist is $51204 based on statistics in the U.S. as of 2015. The highest salary recorded was $79909. The lowest salary was $32417. These figures will vary on a state to state basis as these are averages across all 50 states.

Median hourly wage for a Orthotist is $25.46 based on statistics in the U.S. as of 2015. The highest hourly rate recorded was $39.74. The lowest hourly rate recorded was $16.12. These figures will vary on a state to state basis as these are averages across all 50 states.

Bonuses for a Orthotist are based on the years of experience using statistics from the U.S. as of 2015. The average bonus recorded was $0 from people with 15+ years of experience. The average bonus recorded was $200 from people with under 1 year of experience.

These are the highest paying states for a Orthotist. These numbers are based of the median annual salary as of 2015.
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Pennsylvania – n/a

These are the highest paying cities for a Orthotist. These numbers are based of the median annual salary as of 2015.
Baltimore, Maryland –

This chart outlines the average annual salary of a Orthotist from the past 5 years. In 2015 the average annual salary was $51204 while in 2007 it was just $47485.7

Job Outlook

Gender Statistics

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Based on our stats gathered across the U.S. 80% of Orthotists were males while 20% were females. These numbers are based on averages across all states combined. Some individual states may have a much different ratio however.

Past Jobs

Future Jobs

Certified Orthotist (CO)
$34,516 – $77,787
American Board Certified Orthotist (ABC Orthotist)
$38,342 – $88,078