Orthopedic Technician

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • Lake Worth, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary focus of the Orthopedic Technician is to assist physicians with the application of external fixation, internal fixation, and other general orthopedic surgical procedures where limb lengthening and deformity correction is performed. The Orthopedic Technician will also assist the physician with post-operative care and follow up to include wound checks, dressing changes, splints and casting to treat injured hips, knees or limbs. In addition, assist with traction devices, demonstrate to patients' proper use of crutches, adjust braces, and help prepare patients for procedures. Assist with injections, ordering x-rays, sterilizing equipment, assisting in patient assessment, and documenting patient conditions. Embark on a rewarding career with Tenet Physician Resources. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Requires 1-3 years of experience in a Medical Setting, preferable in a Physician Practice.
• Requires at least 2 years of experience as an Orthopedic Technician

Nice To Haves

• Certification of the National Board for Orthopedic Technologists or American Society of Orthopedic Professionals preferred.
• EMR/EHR experience preferred, NextGen or Athena experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the physician with post-operative care and follow up to include wound checks, dressing changes, splints and casting to treat injured hips, knees or limbs.
• Assist with traction devices, demonstrate to patients' proper use of crutches, adjust braces, and help prepare patients for procedures.
• Assist with injections, ordering x-rays, sterilizing equipment, assisting in patient assessment, and documenting patient conditions.
• Trained in the sub-specialty of skeletal fixation devices with a specific emphasis on (Smith and Nephew) Taylor Spatial Frame, Ilizarov and Modular Rail System (MRS), TriGen Nail System as well as (Orthofix) PRECICE, M-100, and Penning devices.
• Charged with patient education in proper pin care, infection prevention measures, lengthening procedures, and turning/lengthening schedules.
• Set up, application and monitoring of Constant Passive Motioning (CPM) device post-operatively.
• Application of specialized post-operative corrective holding casts.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

What This Job Offers

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