Orthopedic Technician

Baptist Health Care•Pensacola, FL

12d

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 treatment plans. The role uses technical skills to assist surgeons and other professionals, interacts with patients and healthcare team members, and maintains surgical department standards. The position participates in procedures involving patients from pediatric through geriatric age groups and may assist with circulating duties under a surgeon’s direct supervision. The position also performs splinting and casting as directed by a physician or physician assistant, helps coordinate health education and referrals, and supports safe clinical operations. It may require remaining on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather or disasters.

Requirements

One of the listed professional credentials or qualifications: Occupational Therapist Licensed; 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); Physical Therapist Assistant Licensed; Athletic Trainer Licensed; Certified Athletic Trainer (AT_BOC); or Licensed Practical Nurse.
BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS).

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy related to procedures and techniques used by surgeons.
Assemble and troubleshoot equipment, and ensure necessary equipment and non-narcotic medications are available before procedures.
Operate electrosurgical, diagnostic, microscopic laser, video, disposable, and specialty-specific equipment.
Provide proper care and handling of instrumentation in accordance with policy and procedure.
Maintain sterile technique and demonstrate knowledge of asepsis, sterilization, and disinfection.
Handle surgical specimens appropriately and monitor for breaks in technique, communicating concerns 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.
Respond promptly to patient, provider, and staff needs while following applicable policies and procedures.
Communicate with team members, attending physicians, and clinical associates to support appropriate care and outcome planning.
Support compliance with third-party requirements through documentation review and care coordination.
Perform splinting and casting as directed by a physician or physician assistant.
Clean exam rooms and equipment in accordance with OSHA standards.
Coordinate health education and referrals to address 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.
Arrive on time and provide appropriate notice of lateness; avoid excessive or chronic tardiness.
Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational operations.
Remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather or disasters when required.