Orthopedic Technician (Outpatient), Full-time, Day Shift

Adventist Health

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Assists physician in providing patient examinations, procedures and orthopedic procedures. Assists physician in cleansing wounds, assists in reducing fractures, pin insertions and applications of surgical dressing.

Requirements

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred
• AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS: Required

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Experience as a Medical Assistant (MA): Preferred
• Orthopedic Technician certification: Preferred
• Surgical Technician certification: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the physician/surgeon with tasks related to bracing, splinting and casting and other procedures as needed.
• Responds to emergencies and other STAT requests.
• Performs clerical duties.
• Consults with provider concerning procedures and patient condition.
• Applies, removes and adjusts orthopedic devices (i.e. splints, casts, bandages and slings) under physician supervision/instruction.
• Assembles/disassembles equipment and instrument ensuring that equipment is available for procedures and examinations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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