Orthopedic Technician/Medical Assistant, Orthopedics

Mass General Brigham•Salem, NH

3d•$20 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham at Tuscan Village is a state-of-the-art healthcare center dedicated to providing world-class, patient-centered care in a convenient and welcoming setting. As part of the renowned Mass General Brigham system, this facility offers a wide range of services, including primary care, specialty care, imaging, and outpatient procedures, all designed to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the community. Located in the vibrant Tuscan Village development in Salem, NH, the center combines cutting-edge medical expertise with a seamless patient experience, ensuring high-quality care close to home. We are seeking a Full-time, 40-hour Orthopedic Tech/Medical Assistant to support our Orthopedic suite onsite Monday through Friday. The shifts for this role rotate between 8:30am-5:00pm and 7:30am-4:00pm. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Medical Assistant team while also serving as an Orthopedic Tech, supporting our providers with durable medical equipment (DME) and assisting with the care of our orthopedic patients.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
related patient care experience 2-3 years required

Nice To Haves

experience in orthopedics 0-1 year preferred
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Various Issuers preferred
Orthopedic Technologist Certification [OTC] - National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, Inc. preferred

Responsibilities

Set up and apply traction in accordance with standard procedures and instructions.
Assist with the application of casts, braces, and prostheses.
Requisition, store, and dispense supplies as directed.
Inspect and maintain orthopedic equipment.
Instruct selected patients in cast care, simple exercises, and crutch or cane use.
Apply sterile and non-sterile dressings.
Make splints, slings and foot pieces.
May make rounds with doctors of all orthopedic patients and carry out instructions.
Cut and fashion devices from metal, plastic, leather and wood using equipment and hand tools.