Orthopedic Technician III, Orthopedic Clinic - Westlake

University Hospitals•Westlake, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing Ortho Tech/DME duties at an advanced level. Duties consist of applying and removing casts/splints, measuring for DME and applying DME braces, operating a cast saw and assisting providers with staple/suture removal, dressing changes, wound care, pin care and traction in both the ambulatory clinic and operating room setting. Additional responsibilities include assisting manager with developing and facilitating employee training, process improvement initiatives and schedule development.

Requirements

High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
5+ years Years of experience as an Ortho Tech or similar patient care role in a clinical/hospital setting (Required)
Extensive experience with casting/splinting, DME application, staple/suture removal, dressing changes, wound care, pin care and traction required (Required)
Working knowledge of Medical Terminology, anatomy and physiology. (Required proficiency)
Understanding of purpose and goals of orthopaedic treatments and devices. (Required proficiency)
Ability to relate well to other people and be considerate of their conditions. (Required proficiency)
Displays the ability to work in a team environment. (Required proficiency)
Able to multi-task and work independently (Required proficiency)
Proficient PC skills, including MS Office products. (Required proficiency)
Familiar with operation of standard office equipment. Ability to apply casts, braces, splints, and traction. (Required proficiency)

Responsibilities

Displays commitment to UH Essential Behaviors, the UH mission, employee engagement and other system-wide service excellence initiatives
Applies and removes casts and splints consisting of different material and structure according to physician order
Measures for fit and application of durable medical according to physician order and manufacturer instructions
Educates patients and families on usage, precautions, and donning and doffing of orthopedic devices and casts
Provides clinical support to physicians in outpatient clinics and as a surgical support role in operating room
Provides age specific care to patients from neonates through elderly
Performs other patient care duties within the practice as assigned including staple removal, suture removal, dressing changes, complex wound care, and traction independently.
Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment
Takes lead among team for complex cases
Makes self available for consultation with less experience peers and offers directions within scope of knowledge
Use expert knowledge in the application, maintenance, and / or repair of casting and specialty casting for continuous comprehensive patient care
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.