Orthopaedic Technician 2 - Harborview

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Harborview Medical Center's Foot & Ankle Center, located in the Ninth & Jefferson building, is seeking an Orthopaedic Technician II. This center provides comprehensive consultation and surgical treatment for complex foot and ankle conditions, including arthritis, deformities, genetic anomalies, sports injuries, and traumatic injuries. They also offer podiatry services and non-surgical treatments. This full-time, 40-hour per week position is conveniently located near public transportation and offers opportunities for career growth while making a difference for patients and employees.

Requirements

Must be Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified or achieve this designation during the probationary period OR Eligible for Washington State Medical Assistant-Registered credential; attestation must be completed by the applicable provider and submitted by the employee to the state within 7 days of hire.
Licensure is not transferable between UW clinics/departments.
Completion of Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) Certification program accredited by the National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists, Inc. (NBCOT) or the Registered Orthopedic Technologist Program accredited by the American Society of Orthopedic Professional (ASOP) and one year of direct patient care experience.
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Responsibilities

Assist physician with complex casting, arthroscopic procedures, pin replacement/removal, and external fixator removal.
Monitor patient's condition following casting; recognize emergent/urgent problems and provide telephone triage for patients with cast problems.
Prepare and clean exam rooms.
Order Durable Medical Supplies (DME) and maintain inventory and stock per established clinic protocols.
Recognize symptoms of common medical illnesses and accurately report to provider.
Act as a liaison between patient, patient’s family and providers.
Assist provider with procedures and medical exams.
Ensure a signed physician order is completed before submitting the patient for an x-ray, remove and apply casts and/or splints, remove sutures as per established clinic orders.
Assist in transporting patients as required.