Orthopedic Technician BWH

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•$21 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Orthopedic Technician BWH Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Full Time/ 40 Hours/ Boston Area Ortho Tech job: Inpatient Acute Care, Outpatient Ambulatory Care Join exceptional team! Excellent benefits and pay Opportunities for growth and learning! Job Summary On physician order and per established procedures, an orthopedic technician applies, alters and/or removes casts, splints, orthotics, bed traction/ suspension equipment, and designated orthopedic equipment for inpatient and ambulatory clinic patients. A staff orthopedic technician is responsible for complying with hospital and department procedures which include but are not limited to confidentiality, safety, infection control, documentation and charging. Primary Assigned Clinical Area: BWH Inpatient Acute Care BWH Outpatient Ambulatory Care Dana Farber Inpatient Hospital within BWH BWF Inpatient Acute Care BWF Outpatient Ambulatory Care BWP 1285 Beacon Street Staff Ortho Tech Job Description We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our Rehabilitation Services to provide orthopedic technician services. The Rehabilitation Services Department at Brigham and Women’s Hospital provides physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, and orthopedic technician services to patients on a consult basis to those on our inpatient floors, outpatient clinics, ICUs, and the Emergency Department. Brigham and Women’s Hospital is a nationally ranked academic medical center located in the Longwood Medical Area of Boston, Massachusetts. On physician order and per established procedures, an orthopedic technician applies, alters and/or removes casts, splints, and prefabricated braces for inpatient and outpatient clinic patients. The Staff Orthopedic Technician educates a patient and/or family member(s) on cast, splint, or equipment care, precautions regarding use of prescribed device(s), cleaning and maintenance of prescribed equipment, and as appropriate, proper donning/doffing of equipment independently. Staff Orthopedic Technicians collaborate with various disciplines across the Brigham and Women’s Hospital system to provide specialized care to patients. Technicians are responsible for complying with hospital and department procedures which include but are not limited to confidentiality, safety, infection control, documentation and charging. Orthopedic technicians will have opportunities for clinical growth through internal continuing education programming as well as financial support for external continuing education courses and conferences. Orthopedic technicians can also participate in a variety of Rehabilitation Department Committees to enhance their professional growth in addition to their clinical care. These committees include: The Community Resource Committee, Practice Standards Committee, Staff Development Committee, Rehab Recognition Committee, Research Committee, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Opportunities to advance on our established merit-based clinical ladder (i.e., Staff Orthopedic Technician, Senior Orthopedic Technician) allow technicians to be recognized for their clinical, scholarly, and service contributions and accomplishments. Qualifications The Staff Orthopedic Technician position is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking clinical and professional growth in the medical setting at a dynamic academic medical center.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification].
Related patient care experience 2-3 years preferred.
Experience in orthopedics 0-1 year preferred.
General knowledge of standard orthopedic procedures and practices.
Working knowledge of orthopedic devices and appliances and proper fitting.
Knowledge of medical terminology pertaining to orthopedics use.
Communicate effectively when instructing patients in the use and care of orthopedic devices and appliances.
Maintain effective working relationships with practitioners and other health center support staff.
Be sensitive to and communicate effectively with diverse patients.

Nice To Haves

Orthopaedic Technologist Certification [OTC] - National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists, Inc.

Responsibilities

On physician order and per established procedures, an orthopedic technician applies, alters and/or removes casts, splints, orthotics, bed traction/ suspension equipment, and designated orthopedic equipment for inpatient and ambulatory clinic patients.
A staff orthopedic technician is responsible for complying with hospital and department procedures which include but are not limited to confidentiality, safety, infection control, documentation and charging.
The Staff Orthopedic Technician educates a patient and/or family member(s) on cast, splint, or equipment care, precautions regarding use of prescribed device(s), cleaning and maintenance of prescribed equipment, and as appropriate, proper donning/doffing of equipment independently.
Staff Orthopedic Technicians collaborate with various disciplines across the Brigham and Women’s Hospital system to provide specialized care to patients.
Technicians are responsible for complying with hospital and department procedures which include but are not limited to confidentiality, safety, infection control, documentation and charging.