Orthopaedic Technician Trainee

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health•Lebanon, NH

About The Position

The Orthopaedic Technician Trainee participates in supervised, on-the-job training to learn functions that support patient care in ambulatory clinics, operating rooms, inpatient settings, and emergency rooms. Trainees collaborate with specialty teams to provide patient service in a fast-paced orthopaedic practice. They are expected to demonstrate the listed competencies and pass the Registered Orthopaedic Technician exam through the American Society of Orthopaedic Professionals within 12 months of hire. After successfully completing training and certification, the employee transitions to a permanent Orthopaedic Technician role.

Requirements

Pass the Registered Orthopaedic Technician exam through the American Society of Orthopaedic Professionals within 12 months of hire.
Complete a Medical Terminology class during the first year.
Obtain BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
One year of previous health care-related experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

One year of previous health care-related experience.

Responsibilities

Greet and check in patients, notify the appropriate provider, and prepare patients, rooms, and equipment for procedures and examinations.
Take and record vital signs and inform the provider of vital signs and the patient's chief complaint.
Recognize and prioritize emergency patients; assist with patient examinations and treatments; and use aseptic techniques, including sterilization, disinfection, and disposal of contaminated materials.
Handle patient situations over the phone, schedule appointments and procedures with medical professionals, recognize limitations when assisting patients by phone, and involve nursing staff and providers as needed.
Instruct patients in preparation for specific procedures.
Handle routine laboratory specimens by labeling them, verifying requisitions, and packaging them for transport after providers draw them.
Educate patients on cast and splint care, durable medical equipment, wound care, and pre-surgical procedures.
Assist physicians during minor procedures, help providers cleanse wounds and apply dressings, and remove plaster casts, braces, and splints.
Participate in and/or facilitate site-wide committees, meetings, in-services, and activities.
Maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude toward learning and teamwork, and demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.