Orthopedic Technician II

Sutter Health • Fairfield, CA

1d • $35 - $44

About The Position

Follows clearly defined orthopedic procedures to provide support to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Documents and assists patients' progress throughout their plan of care. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Requirements

• HS Diploma: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• ORTHO-Orthopedic Technician certification
• Graduate of an orthopedic technician college
• Military training as an orthopedic technician
• equivalent experience
• 1 year of recent relevant experience.
• General knowledge of orthopedic principles, procedures, views, and equipment.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.
• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Ability to identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease.
• Integrate education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers.
• Document and assist patients' progress throughout their plan of care.
• Support the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance and setup as needed.
• Adhere to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

What This Job Offers

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