Orthopedic Mobility Tech FT
LCMC Health•Metairie, LA
•Onsite
About The Position
Your job is more than a job. Your work makes a difference—every patient, every day. At LCMC Health, we believe in delivering care with heart. As an Orthopedic Technician, you’ll play an essential role in helping patients heal, regain mobility, and get back to the moments that matter most. You’ll work alongside a dedicated care team in a collaborative, patient-centered environment where your skills—and your compassion—truly make an impact.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
- Clear and compassionate communication skills
- Clinical training background such as nursing assistant, corpsman, or EMT experience
- Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment
- Strong prioritization skills when managing multiple responsibilities
- Knowledge of sterilization, safety, and infection prevention protocols
Nice To Haves
- One year of orthopedic experience in a clinical or hospital setting preferred
- OR two years of related experience in lieu of formal education
Responsibilities
- Apply, adjust, and remove casts, splints, and traction devices under the direction of orthopedic providers
- Monitor patients for changes in skin integrity and promptly communicate concerns
- Support patients and families by educating them on care plans for casts, splints, traction, and halo devices
- Help ensure each patient feels informed, comfortable, and cared for throughout their treatment
- Serve as a resource for nursing staff regarding traction setups, troubleshooting, and potential complications
- Provide patients with clear, written instructions on cast care and prevention of complications
- Assist with patient mobility using Hoyer lifts and support safe transport across care areas
- Partner with lift teams and patient transport teams to ensure safe, coordinated care
- Maintain appropriate supply levels and ensure the cast room is clean, organized, and ready
- Clean and care for equipment following proper infection control protocols
- Accurately charge for supplies and equipment used
- Provide support in the operating room alongside orthopedic surgeons when needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
