Ortho Technician - PACT - Beverly Hills

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center•Beverly Hills, CA

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 health care through patient-care duties related to orthopedic needs. The role requires managing multiple priorities, delivering consistent care across various practice locations, and maintaining a focus on patient safety and quality care. The technician may travel to different office locations and must adapt to varying office procedures, technologies, and team dynamics. The Ortho Technician assists with patient assessment, treatment, education, orthopedic procedures, diagnostic tests, and follow-up care under provider direction. The position also prepares patients, rooms, and equipment, supports surgical procedures, communicates clinical findings, and coordinates with other departments and facilities.

Requirements

Successful completion of an Orthopedic Technology program.
At least 2 years of experience in an outpatient medical setting, with orthopedic specialty experience required.
Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) certification from NBCOT required within 180 days of hire.
Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians, nurse practitioners, or physician assistants in assessing orthopedic patients’ signs and symptoms and in their analysis, treatment, and care.
Provide patient education, under provider instruction, about orthopedic care and treatment plans, including proper cast and splint care.
Assist with orthopedic procedures and services under provider direction.
Apply and remove casts, splints, slings, immobilization devices, and traction.
Assist with reduction of fractures and dislocations.
Inspect and adjust bandages and equipment used for orthopedic care.
Assist with wound closure and removal of wound-closure materials.
Apply recognized first-aid procedures in emergencies.
Assist with aspirations; prepare injections; and position, prep, and drape patients.
Apply and manage postoperative wound dressings using aseptic techniques.
Fit orthopedic equipment such as walkers, crutches, and braces, and instruct patients on their use and care.
Prepare patients for providers by reviewing current medications and recording them in the medical record as needed.
Prepare exam and procedure rooms based on patient visit needs; take and record appropriate vital signs 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 physician.
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.