Orthopedic Technician

About the role

The Registered Orthopedic Technician will assist medical provider with procedures, provide patient care, and perform procedures as necessary for quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform splinting, casting, cast removal, dressing changes and suture and staple
• Assist in the treatment of patients with orthopedic
• Instruct patients in the use of orthopedic appliances and cast care
• Maintain cast room and inventory of orthopedic equipment and supplies
• Assist the Medical Assistant in clinical areas by preparing x-rays and rooms as necessary, including rooming patients and other patient care functions
• Initiate and maintain accurate electronic/paper medical records
• Demonstrate ability to navigate and perform functions accurately and efficiently with computer software applicable to department
• Strictly adhere to infection control policies including body substance isolation and blood borne pathogen
• Appropriately assess basic physical, psychological and social needs of patients and their

Requirements

• High School graduate with current Registered Orthopedic Technician certification OR Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant or Surgical Technician Program that must obtain Registered Orthopedic Technician certification within 30 months of hire
• Must be CPR certified within 3 months of hire
• Strong critical thinking abilities
• Requires excellent verbal and written communication and counseling skills
• Clinical experience desirable
• Requires knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
• Ability to work independently and to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Employee must possess the training, knowledge, and skills necessary to perform one or more of the following activities (evaluation, treatment, and/or patient care) for patients in one or more of the following age groups: pediatric, adolescent and geriatric
• Work independently in a fast-paced environment
• May require working some irregular hours

Schedule

• Shift: 1st
• Schedule: 8a-5p
• Hours per week: 40 hours per week

Benefits

• Benefits Status: Benefits Eligible

Reporting Relationship: Team Lead RN/MA, Clinical Manager and/or Department Director