Orthopedic Technician

Inova • Fairfax, VA

7d • $21 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for dedicated and experienced Orthopedic Technicians in the Fairfax and Ashburn area to work in children’s specialties including Inova Children's Hematology/Oncology, Inova Children's Pulmonology, Inova Children’s Gastroenterology, Inova Children’s Neurology and Inova Children’s Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. These roles will be full-time, day shift with varying hours from 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation. The Orthopedic Technician communicates effectively with patients, families, medical staff, care team members, students, supervisors, and outside contacts. Completes administrative and other responsibilities in support of the facility as assigned by the supervisor. Demonstrates and provides expertise to the professional staff in the care/management of patients, as directed by physicians and/or requested by staff. Maintains Orthopedic equipment and supplies inventory by ensuring that equipment is kept clean, in proper working order and that supplies are maintained at appropriate par levels. Provides direct patient care and documents care under the direction of physicians for inpatients/outpatients.

Requirements

• High School or GED
• 1 year of patient care experience
• BLS from the American Heart Association upon start

Nice To Haves

• Previous Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) work experience
• At least one (1) year of experience in a pediatric medical office
• NBCOT certification

Responsibilities

• Maintains an Orthopedic Technician log of equipment dispersed and charges entered. Responds to requests promptly and gives an estimated time regarding when the intervention will occur.
• Showcases the ability to apply sequential compression devices, arterial-venous impulses, continuous passive motion machines, overbed frames, and other orthopedic patient equipment as directed by physicians.
• Demonstrates the ability to assist physicians in Orthopedic procedures according to facility needs (e.g. halo application and/or adjustment, casting, external fixators, inserting skeletal pins).
• Demonstrates the ability to fit and adjust braces and other orthopedic supplies (e.g. knee range of motion brace, cervical collar, Lenard boot, etc.) as directed by the needs of the facility.
• Develops/maintains a listing of all orthopedic equipment, supplies, appliances, and devices used within the area of responsibility.
• Provides patient care as directed by the physician and per the needs of the facility (e.g. crutch walk training, basic foot care, removal of pins, and simple hardware).
• Utilizes an ability to assemble, apply, and maintain traction in addition to applying casts and assisting physicians in the application of casts.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• a robust team member wellness program
• Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
• up to $5,250 per year in education assistance
• up to $10,000 for student loans
• offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• paid time off
• paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

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