About The Position

The Orthopedic Technologist supports orthopedic and sports medicine providers in the treatment of bone and joint injuries. This role focuses on applying and removing casts, splints, and braces; educating patients on injury care; and ensuring proper use and maintenance of orthopedic equipment. The technologist also assists with patient intake, discharge, and safe movement throughout the practice.

Requirements

  • Knowledgeable in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
  • Skilled in applying and removing orthopedic casts, splints, and braces
  • Comfortable educating patients and demonstrating mobility aids
  • Able to collaborate effectively with physicians and clinical staff
  • Organized, efficient, and capable of managing time and resources
  • Experienced with basic computer use and EMR systems
  • Completion of a 2‑year college or technical training program
  • Certified or eligible for certification

Nice To Haves

  • Two years of experience as an Orthopedic Technician and familiarity with DME supplies

Responsibilities

  • Apply and remove casts, splints, braces, and other orthopedic devices
  • Educate patients and caregivers on injury care, cast care, and use of crutches, walkers, and other DME
  • Adjust and maintain traction equipment and orthopedic tools
  • Support orthopedic physicians, surgeons, and sports medicine providers during patient care
  • Escort patients to exam rooms, radiology, and other departments
  • Perform patient intake and discharge under provider supervision
  • Document patient interactions in the electronic medical record
  • Adhere to HIPAA, infection control, and safety guidelines
  • Stay current with organizational policies, EPIC workflows, and required trainings

Benefits

  • Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
  • Short-term, long-term disability, life & pet insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement & Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program
  • 403(b) retirement savings plans
  • Continuous earned time accrual & more!
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