Orthopedic Technician - Children's Hospital of Richmond- Fredericksburg Ortho Clinic

VCU Health • Fredericksburg, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a licensed independent practitioner, the Orthopedic Tech job applies casts, splints and other DME to the Orthopedic patient population in an outpatient setting. This role provides patient/family teaching to a wide variety of patients with varying educational levels. This role also orders and maintains supplies in the cast room.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• BLS Certification required
• Orthopedic Technician Certified (OTC) by the National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologist (NBCOT) preferred
• Current/active OTC certification preferred

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the outpatient clinical setting

Responsibilities

• Applies casts, splints, and other DME to the Orthopedic patient population in an outpatient setting.
• Provides patient/family teaching to a wide variety of patients with varying educational levels.
• Orders and maintains supplies in the cast room.
• Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner in providing patient care related to casts, splints and wound care all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.
• Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor regarding time/schedule changes, legal issues, direct care which deviates from standard and identifying educational resources to meet developmental needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees