Orthopaedic Technologist-Ortho Full time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Orland Park, IL

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About The Position

The Orthopaedic Technologist supports physicians (MD/DO/DPM) and advanced practice providers (APPs) by facilitating patient flow, assisting with patient care activities, and performing related administrative functions. The role helps ensure efficient patient flow, maintains neat, clean, and safe patient care areas, promotes patient satisfaction through professional and friendly interactions, and safeguards patient confidentiality. The Orthopaedic Technologist follows Northwestern Medicine’s mission, values, Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Certified Orthopaedic Technologist (National Association of Orthopaedic Technologists), Registered Orthopaedic Technologist (American Society of Orthopedic Professionals), or equivalent.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Medical Assistant credential through AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA, or NRCMA.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree.
• Strong computer skills.
• Experience appropriately applying DME and fitting patients with DME.
• Experience with casting and splinting.
• Experience removing sutures, stitches, and staples.
• Experience with wound care.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms, identify them using two identifiers, and prepare them for examination.
• Obtain and document accurate vital signs; record the reason for the visit and update or confirm allergies, smoking history, and pharmacy information.
• Promptly inform the MD/APP of significant changes in vital signs or acute symptoms.
• Anticipate and set up equipment and supplies for visits; clean and prepare exam rooms for the next patient.
• Respond to needs that expedite visits, maintain patient flow, and prioritize tasks; assist with referrals, transfers, and discharges.
• Assist MDs/APPs with medical and surgical procedures according to protocols, including applying and molding splints and casts, removing sutures and staples, wound care, dressing changes, and preparing for or assisting with procedures and injections, including ultrasound-guided injections.
• Apply durable medical equipment (DME) and educate patients on its care and use as directed by the MD/APP.
• Assist with specimen collection and call in or electronically send prescriptions as directed by the MD/APP.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including patient letters and forms, faxing, mailing, and patient phone calls, as directed by the MD/APP/RN.
• Prepare and stock exam rooms, disinfect and sterilize equipment and instruments according to protocols, and participate in environmental safety rounds.
• Maintain vaccine and medication inventory, ensure medication cabinets are appropriately locked, monitor and maintain equipment and instruments, assist with ordering supplies, and dispose of expired items correctly.
• Follow office opening and closing procedures.
• Work cooperatively with practice staff, accept and perform delegated responsibilities, offer assistance to others, and attend and participate in staff meetings.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with patients and the patient care team, including delivering instructions clearly to patients in distress.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement
• Loan forgiveness
• 401(k) matching
• A wide range of benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED