Orthopedic Technician II (Chesterfield) - Orthopedic Surgery

Washington University in St Louis • Chesterfield, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Position functions as an assistant to physician’s and staff in the application, maintenance, and removal of splints, casts, traction and other orthopaedic medical devices; also monitors and orders casting and other medical appliances, including instruments; clean instruments and cast rooms as per Environmental Health and Safety regulations; assists with orthopedic technician training and scheduling of personnel.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Nice To Haves

• Related work experience or training as an Orthopedic Technologist, Medical Assistant, Cast Technician or Certified Athletic Trainer.
• Certified Athletic Trainer - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Certified Medical Assistant - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Certified Medical Assistant - National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) - National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologist (NBCOT)
• Orthopaedic Technologist-Surgery Certified (OT-SC) - National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologist (NBCOT)
• Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) - American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP)
• Orthopedic (2 Years)
• Casting (1 Year)
• Ambulatory Care Management
• Anatomy
• Assist with Procedures
• Cross-Functional Teamwork
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Interpersonal Interactions
• Leadership
• Orthopedic Splints
• Patient Care Documentation
• Physiology
• Policy Communications
• Schedule Management
• Staple Removal
• Suture Removal
• Telephone Communications
• X-Rays

Responsibilities

• Performs splinting, casting and application of traction under the direction of an orthopedic physician or resident.
• Apply, adjust, measure and educate patients on medical appliances and equipment.
• Remove casts with care.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice of an orthopedic technologist, i.e. assisting with dressing changes, suture and staple removal, etc.
• Documents the care administered into electronic medical records.
• Orders and maintains all clinical supplies.
• Maintains a professional demeanor and strict confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations.
• Obtains x-rays, prepares exam rooms and monitors physician schedules as necessary.
• Assists the Medical Assistants in clinical areas, by preparing charts, x-rays and exam rooms when necessary.
• Adjusts canes, walkers, crutches and provides ambulation instructions.
• Performs follow-up patient calls when-needed.
• Performs pre-surgical education on some medical appliances and equipment.
• Assist in the training of other orthopedic technicians.
• Assist with coordinating schedules to support the clinic and patient care.
• Responsible for entering medical equipment appointments.
• Reviews clinic paperwork for accuracy.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Adult care resources.
• Tuition coverage for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

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