Orthopedic Technician 1- Scottish Rite ED, Part time and Full time available, varying shifts

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

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About The Position

The Orthopedic Technician 1 provides orthopedic support services to inpatients and outpatients and supports orthopedic surgeons in clinical, surgical, and other patient care responsibilities. The role proactively supports safe patient care and services and promotes a safe environment at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. The position is based at the Scottish Rite Emergency Department, with part-time and full-time options and varying shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No minimum experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment, or upon starting a clinical shift if working in the Emergency Department.
• Familiarity with orthopedic instrumentation, equipment, hardware, and procedures.
• Knowledge of basic aseptic technique and ability to perform basic casting, splinting, and hardware maintenance.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of clinical experience.
• One year of experience in orthopedic cast technical skills.
• Experience in pediatrics.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to all orthopedic service staff members.
• Apply and maintain traction and other patient hardware systems.
• Work with patients and families on all aspects of care.
• Provide excellent service in interactions with coworkers, patients, visitors, physicians, and volunteers.
• Remove splints and casts at the end of treatment, as ordered.
• Practice proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Immediately report mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, injuries or accidents involving employees, patients, or visitors, and other safety issues to a supervisor or compliance office.
• Demonstrate competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines for neonates, infants, early childhood, late childhood, adolescents, adults, and all ages.
• Participate in maintaining and monitoring the work environment to ensure continual Joint Commission readiness.
• Perform patient intake, including height and weight, vital signs, and intake questionnaires.

What This Job Offers

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