Orthopedic Technician

Baptist Health Care•Pensacola, FL

About The Position

The Patient Coordinator - Ortho Tech supports surgeons in the operating room and provides patient care and education based on patients’ illnesses, symptoms, and courses of treatment. The position uses technical skills to assist surgeons and other professionals during procedures and interacts with patients and healthcare team members while maintaining surgical department standards. The role participates in surgical procedures involving patients from pediatric through geriatric age groups and may assist with circulating duties under the direct supervision of a surgeon. The position also supports patient coordination and clinical operations, including splinting and casting as directed by a physician or physician assistant, coordinating health education and referrals, and helping maintain a healthy and safe environment for patients and clinical associates. The role may require remaining on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather or disasters.

Requirements

One of the listed qualifications or credentials: Licensed Occupational Therapist; Certified Surgical Technologist (CST); Emergency Medical Technician; Licensed Registered Medical Assistant (ARMA); Certified Medical Assistant (CMA_AAMA); Medical Assistant (NCMA_NCCT); Clinical Medical Assistant (CLMA_NHA); Medical Assistant (RMA_AMT); Medical Assistant Membership (AMT); Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant; Licensed Athletic Trainer; Certified Athletic Trainer (AT_BOC); Licensed Practical Nurse; or BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS).

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy related to procedures and techniques used by surgeons for various procedures.
Assemble and troubleshoot equipment as needed and ensure necessary equipment and non-narcotic medications are in the room before a case begins.
Operate electrosurgical, diagnostic, microscopic laser, video, disposable, and specialty-specific equipment.
Provide proper care and handling of instrumentation according to policy and procedure.
Apply principles of asepsis, maintain sterile technique, and demonstrate knowledge of sterilization and disinfection.
Handle surgical specimens appropriately and monitor for breaks in technique, communicating them to the circulating RN and surgeons.
Perform surgical scrub according to departmental policies.
Assist with patient positioning and maintain patient safety.
Update and rewrite preference cards as indicated and communicate inventory changes or needs to the inventory coordinator.
Respond promptly and efficiently to patient, provider, and staff needs while following company, physician, and health facility procedures and policies.
Communicate with team members, attending physicians, and clinical associates to support appropriate care and outcome planning.
Ensure compliance with third-party requirements through documentation review and care coordination activities.
Perform splinting and casting as directed by a physician or physician assistant.
Clean examination rooms and equipment according to OSHA standards.
Coordinate health education and referrals to meet patients’ immediate healthcare needs.
Maintain a healthy and safe environment for clinical associates and patients.
Ensure providers and staff follow company policies, procedures, and standards, and that clinical associate documentation meets internal standards and external regulatory requirements.
Arrive on time and provide appropriate notice when late; avoid excessive or chronic tardiness.
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational operational needs.
Remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters when required.