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Physical Requirements

STANDARD PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The following are the Standard Physical Requirements for working in the clinical environment as a student in the Orthopedic Technology Program at Grossmont College. These requirements were established as a result of a survey of clinical affiliates that provide training to Health Professions students. If you cannot meet these requirements, please contact the appropriate office to discuss the matter.

  • Lift While Standing – Light to Moderate – Less than 50 pounds – Frequent
  • Lift While Sitting – Light – Under 25 pounds – Frequent
  • Lift with Assistance – Heavy – Over 50 pounds. (Patient Transfer, etc.) – Occasionally/Frequently
  • Pushing – Heavy – Over 50 pounds – Frequent
  • Pulling – Heavy – Over 50 pounds – Frequent
  • Reaching (Full Extension – Elbow Flexion) At shoulder level – Occasional/Frequent
  • Reaching (Full Extension – Elbow Flexion) Above shoulder level – Occasional/Frequent
  • Standing for extended periods – Frequent
  • Sitting for prolonged periods – Frequent (>60 min.)
  • Walking (Moderate distances within clinical environment) – Frequent
  • Carrying – Light to Moderate – Less than 50 pounds – Occasional
  • Bending – Occasional/Frequent
  • Stooping – Occasional/Frequent
  • Kneeling – Occasional
  • Turning – Frequently
  • Hand Manipulation – (Hand controls, simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation) -Frequent
  • Foot Controls – Occasional
  • Visual Requirements – Ability to observe alarms, indicators, measuring devices, patients and the public. Ability to recognize and respond to safety issues.
  • Auditory Requirements – Ability to hear and understand orders from a physician or other health care professionals. Ability to hear safety alarms and responds appropriately.
Last Updated: 01/24/2018
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