Orthopedic Tech

Hillcrest Healthcare System•Tulsa, OK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Orthopedic Technician in Tulsa, OK. We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Utica Park Clinic, founded in 1982, is a multi-specialty medical group with more than 300 employed physicians and advance practice providers representing more than 30 specialties across 82 sites in Oklahoma, serving 21 communities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Prior experience with the application of braces, casts, boots, crutches and other DME.
Must be knowledgeable of medical terminology, routine office procedures and medical instruments.
Must be skilled in the application of braces, casts, boots, crutches and other DME.

Responsibilities

Performs selected nursing and clerical duties that assist in patient and fracture care management.
Assists with application of casting and orthopedic devices as ordered by the physician.
Responsible for maintaining an efficient patient flow, assisting the physician during patient exams and performing all necessary follow-up in a timely and accurate manner while exhibiting quality care.
Performs all casting techniques to include application, cutting, removal, splinting or replacement of casts.
Orients patients regarding activity limitations imposed by orthopedic devices.
Maintains cast room, associated equipment, and supply inventory for these services.
Gives medications and knows the five rights of medication administration.
Safely performs post-operative removal of staples and sutures.
Screens phone calls from patients for the provider.