Orthopedic Technician - Huntersville

OrthoCarolina•Huntersville, NC

11d•Onsite

About The Position

OrthoCarolina is seeking an Orthopedic Technician for its Huntersville office. The Orthopedic Technician is responsible for splint and cast management, including removing and applying various casts, durable medical equipment (DME), and splints. The role also involves completing DME forms and waivers in accordance with OrthoCarolina policies and procedures and may include working as a clinical assistant as needed. The technician provides orthopedic care for patients requiring immobilization, performs dressing changes, prepares sterile fields, and supports pin care. The position also helps maintain clinical and cast-room environments, including supplies, equipment, and instruments. Patient and family education about orthotic devices is an important part of the role.

Requirements

Orthopedic Tech Certification or equivalent certification.
CMA, RMA, ATC, or EMT credential with experience in casting or splints.
Two years of orthopedic experience is highly preferred.
Skills in anatomy, medical terminology, orthopedic casting, orthopedics, physiology, splints, surgical preparation, and wound care.

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience in orthopedics is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Apply, remove, and assess the need for changes to orthopedic casts and immobilization devices under the direction of a physician or provider.
Remove sutures and staples and apply DME supplies.
Provide aseptic dressing changes and set up surgical or sterile fields.
Complete DME forms and waivers according to OrthoCarolina policies and procedures.
Prepare for pin removal, provide pin care, and instruct patients or significant others in pin care.
Maintain the patient-care environment by receiving and storing supplies and medications and cleaning and stocking exam and procedure rooms.
Assist with cleaning and sterilizing instruments in an autoclave.
Maintain cleanliness and supplies in the cast room, clinical areas, and patient rooms.
Educate patients and families about applying and wearing orthotic devices and serve as a patient resource.
Act as a clinical assistant as needed.