Orthopedic Tech

About the role

Ortho Tech position performs selected nursing and clerical duties that assist in patient and fracture care management.

Responsibilities

• Assists with application of casting and orthopedic devices as ordered by the physician.
• Maintains an efficient patient flow, assisting the physician during patient exams and performing all necessary follow-up in a timely and accurate manner while exhibiting quality care.
• Must be knowledgeable of medical terminology, routine office procedures and medical instruments.
• Must be skilled in the application of braces, casts, boots, crutches and other DME.
• Performs all casting techniques to include application, cutting, removal, splinting or replacement of casts.
• Orients patients regarding activity limitations imposed by orthopedic devices.
• Maintains cast room, associated equipment, and supply inventory for these services.
• Grants medications and knows the five rights of medication administration.
• Safely performs post-operative removal of staples and sutures.
• Screens phone calls from patients for the provider.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Prior experience in a clinic or hospital setting supporting patient care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of medical terminology, routine office procedures and medical instruments.
• Skilled in the application of braces, casts, boots, crutches and other DME.
• Ability to maintain cast room, associated equipment, and supply inventory for these services.
• Knowledge of the five rights of medication administration.
• Ability to safely perform post-operative removal of staples and sutures.
• Ability to screen phone calls from patients for the provider.

Skills

• Medical terminology knowledge.
• Routine office procedures understanding.
• Medical instrument skills.
• Casting techniques proficiency.
• Medication administration knowledge.
• Post-operative care skills.
• Phone call screening ability.

Benefits

Utica Park Clinic offers comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and a supportive, inclusive culture where employees are valued and cared for.

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

Position is on a day shift.