Orthopedic Technician

MultiCare Health System • Tacoma, WA

1d • $26 - $38

About The Position

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. FTE: 0.6, Shift: Day, Schedule: TBD Position Summary The Orthopedic Technician is responsible for providing care to patients within the scope of a Medical Assistant-Certified/Medical Assistant - Registered to include cast, splint, or DME Application to the limb and/or other parts of the patient's body following an accident, orthopedic condition, or post-surgery. You will be an integral part of the team working under the direction of a licensed healthcare practitioner and utilize your knowledge towards the integration of available standards, resources and data.

Requirements

• Washington State Medical Assistant-Registered (MA-R) or Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)
• Registered/Certified Orthopedic Tech credentialing from ASOP /NAOT obtained within in one year of being in role
• One (1) year of Orthopedic and casting experience preferred
• Consideration will be given to internal candidates not meeting minimum requirements

Responsibilities

• You will perform safe clinical skills with the scope of practice of the CMA, including clinical duties in the management of ambulatory patients to include documentation in patient EMR
• You will apply casts, splints, and Durable Medical Equipment per Physician or APP orders
• You will advise the patient on proper care for their casts/splints
• You will participate in inventory management of clinical/cast supplies and DME

Benefits

• We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off.
• As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position.
• The pay scale is $26.30 - $37.84 USD.
• However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.
• If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
• Associated benefit information can be viewed here .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees