Ortho Technician - PACT - Beverly Hills

Cedars-Sinai•Beverly Hills, CA

3d•$32 - $50

About The Position

The Ortho Technician, PACT is an allied health professional in the float pool who supports physicians, nursing staff, and Medical Assistants in delivering healthcare through patient-care duties related to orthopedic needs. The role requires managing multiple priorities, providing consistent care across various practice locations, and maintaining a focus on patient safety and quality care. The Ortho Technician assists with patient assessment, education, orthopedic procedures, diagnostic testing, room preparation, follow-up needs, and surgical preparation. The position travels to different office locations as needed and adapts to varying office procedures, technologies, and team dynamics.

Requirements

Successful completion of an Orthopedic Technology program.
Two or more years of experience in an outpatient medical setting with orthopedic specialty experience.
Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) certification from NBCOT required within 180 days of hire.
CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians, NPs, or PAs with assessment, treatment, and care of orthopedic patients.
Provide patient education, under provider instruction, regarding orthopedic care and treatment plans, including proper cast and splint care.
Assist with orthopedic procedures and services under physician, NP, or PA direction.
Apply and remove casts, splints, slings, immobilization devices, and traction.
Assist with fracture and dislocation reduction; inspect and adjust bandages and orthopedic equipment.
Assist with wound closure and removal of wound-closure materials, and apply recognized first aid procedures in emergencies.
Assist with aspirations, prepare injections, position, prep, and drape patients, and apply and manage postoperative wound dressings using aseptic techniques.
Fit orthopedic equipment such as walkers, crutches, and braces, and instruct patients in their use and care.
Prepare patients for providers by reviewing current medications and recording them in the medical record as needed.
Set up examination and procedure rooms according to patient needs; take appropriate vital signs and record them in the medical record as needed.
Perform designated diagnostic tests as directed by the provider.
Assist with follow-up scheduling, answer patient calls and questions, and address problems in a timely manner.
Communicate significant clinical findings to the MD.
Serve as a liaison with other departments, facilities, and the hospital as needed.
Prepare for surgical procedures and assemble and prepare equipment to the surgeon’s specifications.
May act as a first or second assistant in the operating room according to facility policy.
Travel to different office locations as needed to provide orthopedic technician support in various practice settings.
Adapt to different office procedures, technologies, and team dynamics to integrate into each practice.