Orthopedic Tech - Ortho / Med Surg Unit
About The Position
Sentara Healthcare is hiring an Orthopedic Tech at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. The role is on a 24-bed unit serving patients recovering from orthopedic surgery as well as medical-surgical patients as needed. Many patients have undergone joint replacement, spine, or hand surgery. Orthopedic Techs assist with patient mobility and work under the direct supervision of clinical staff and therapists. The position supports treatment plans by preparing and cleaning treatment areas, positioning and transporting patients, procuring and inventorying supplies, and supporting clerical and clinical staff. Applicants may shadow the unit after an interview. The schedule is part-time weekend days, Saturday and Sunday, with shifts of either 6 a.m.–6 p.m. or 6 a.m.–2 p.m., totaling 16 to 24 hours per week. The position is based at Sentara Leigh Hospital, a 274-bed acute care facility with a dedicated Orthopedic Hospital and orthopedic and spine services.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- One year of prior health care experience preferred.
- One year of prior patient care experience preferred.
- One year of prior acute care experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient mobility.
- Prepare and clean treatment areas.
- Position patients.
- Procure and inventory supplies.
- Transport patients.
- Support clerical and clinical staff in the successful provision of treatment plans.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Paid time off and paid sick leave.
- Paid parental and family caregiver leave, including emergency caregiver leave and emergency backup care.
- Tuition assistance and reimbursement, including discounted educational opportunities.
- Student loan paydown or repayment programs.
- 401(k)/403(b) with employer match and 401(a) plans.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Work perks.
- Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement up to $10,000.
- Long-term and short-term disability and critical illness plans.
- Life insurance.
- Pet insurance.
- Legal resources plan.
- Annual discretionary bonus opportunity, subject to system and employee eligibility criteria.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
