Orthopedic Tech -TOSH Specialty Clinic

University of Arkansas

408d • $50,000 - $50,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Orthopedic Technician at the TOSH Specialty Clinic plays a crucial role in providing professional assistance to physicians and ensuring high-quality patient care. This position involves direct patient interaction, including the management of casts, splints, and braces, as well as educating patients on their proper care. The technician is responsible for various clinical tasks, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the clinic's operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED plus one (1) year of direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care by acquiring medical history, vital signs, and lab samples.
• Communicates with nursing staff regarding changes in patient's condition and maintains adequate level of supplies required for patient care.
• Greets patients upon arrival to clinic.
• Schedules, registers, and checks out patients.
• Collects payments, issues receipts, and verifies insurance coverage.
• Transports patients to other areas of the hospital, as needed.
• Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures and assists patients with physical activities.
• Documents all patient care activities.
• Adheres to UAMS safety plan.
• Complies with safety instructions and observes safe work practices.
• Provides input on safety issues.
• Serves as resource to support department members in performance of duties.
• Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention.
• Participates in continuing education and professional/ institutional advancement opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED