Orthopedic Technician

Children's National Hospital

2d • $24 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

Provides specialized technical support to the division of Orthopedics.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 2 years experience in Orthopedics or related field (Required)
• Ability to lift approximately 50 lbs.
• Ability to utilize various office equipment.
• Ability to communicate with patients and their families of divers cultural backgrounds.
• Must be active member in the National Association of Orthopedic Technologist (N. A. O. T .) 180 Days .
• Must pass the N. B. C. O. T . certification and/or maintain their National Board Certification 2 Yrs (Required)

Responsibilities

• Effectively performs technical duties
• Assist with the application and removal of basic and specialized bracing, plaster and fiberglass cast (i.e. pre-made functional bracing, cast bracing, spica cast, body cast, etc.) on the wards, in the clinic and in the O.R.
• Assist residents, nurses, and technologist with proper application techniques in casting, splinting and traction.
• Apply , modify and dismantle traction equipment.
• Complete rounds as required.
• Completes required documentation
• Complete service and supply charge forms
• Ensures effective use of resources
• Assist with maintaining adequate supplies in designated areas.
• Assist with inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.
• Assist with the evaluation of orthopaedic supplies.
• Is a communication link for patients and their families
• Provide patient care and education in a variety of orthopaedic subjects to patients and their families.
• Provide patient communication on a level that is comfortable and understandable for the patient and their family.
• Safety
• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
• Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
• Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
• Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
• Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more

What This Job Offers

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