Orthotist

Orthotist

Duties and Responsibilities:

                They design and make replacement limbs. Orthotist work with patients that need extra support for their spine, limbs, or muscles. They deign, make and fit apparatuses made of plastic, wood, leather, and metal to help strengthen or replace some body parts. Also they make and fit devices that help align the limbs that have not grown properly. Orthotist work in clinics or may also have their own private business.

Average Salary: $25,000-$40,000

Educational Requirements

     Whoever wants to be a orthotist should take challenging science, math, and English courses in high school. Some colleges or universities offer bachelors degrees in orthotic programs. The programs include courses in anatomy, physics, math, mechanical drawing, and the use of materials used in the making of the devices. After a year of experience you can apply for certification. J

Reflection: I wouldn’t want to become this because it seems hard and I really don’t know how to draw but I appreciate people who have this job because they help other people who need help. J

Home Health Aide

              Home Health Aide

Duties and Responsibilities:

                      Home health aides work for companies that provide assistance at home for the ill, injured, elderly, or disabled patients. Their duties include taking checking blood pressure, temperature, and the pulse of the patients. They help the patients get into and out of bed, take baths, and help them dress. They also prepare and serve them meals as well as preform housekeeping chores like making the beds and cleaning the rooms.

Average Salary: $8,000- $18,000

Educational Requirements:

          Most employers prefer that nursing assistants and aides have a high school diploma or a GED certificate. Some schools (vocational) and community colleges have training programs.

Reflection: I would be interested in becoming this because the help people at home. Helping people is a good thing J.