Orthotists and Prosthetists

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Actively looking for ways to help people.

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.

Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.

Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.

Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.

The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.

The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.

The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.

The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.

The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.

The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).

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Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.

Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.

Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.

A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.

A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.

A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.

A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.