Orthopedic Technician

Cooper University Hospital•Moorestown Township, NJ

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Orthopedic Technician supports the direct patient care clinical activity of the orthopedic surgeons and providers in the orthopedic ambulatory practices. The technologist is responsible to coordinate all activities related to casting, bracing, DME, wound care, suture/staple removal, order and maintaining of supplies, inventory, and care of equipment. Direct responsibility for application, removal and adjustment of casts and soft goods. Provides assistance to the medical staff with orthopedic procedures whenever needed to expedite the patient care process. Responsibilities include promoting patient education and safety, enhancing customer satisfaction, demonstrating understanding of resource utilization and completing all other duties as assigned. Communicates effectively and interacts with patients, team members, physicians and other customers in a courteous, pleasant and efficient manner. Articulates descriptions of orthopaedic conditions based upon an understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another.Demonstrates knowledge of the proper application of aseptic techniques in dressing change and removal of sutures or staples. Prepares and assists with wound care and dressing changes as directed by physician.Provides orthopaedic technologist clinical support to all orthopaedic sub-specialties including hand, joints, spine, trauma, sports medicine such as performing a wide variety of orthopaedic related activities including, removing sutures/staples, applying and removing casts, splints, braces and other orthopaedic devices (i.e. Halo). Under the guidance of surgeons, orthopedic technicians fabricate splints and manage other simple medical technology, including braces. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.Effectively assists in the documentation of physician orders such as prescriptions, physical and occupational therapy, studies performed by outsides facilities requiring written documentation and return to work/physical activity slips.Consistently develops and maintains a complete inventory of required clinical items. Cleans and stocks patient exam, treatment, storage rooms and medical devices.Greets patients in a prompt, courteous and professional manner and assists patient into the examination room completing all initiation of visit requirements (including rooming patients, taking vital signs and patient history, and assisting with minor procedures).Develops and improves skills in the organization of work and in assisting the physician for economy in time, motion and materials. Attends and participates in clinical education/training provided within Ambulatory Operations and within organization.Assists with orientation and training of new hire Orthopaedic Technologists and Medical Assistants who are pursuing their Registered Orthopaedic Technologist. Accurately and efficiently performs many administrative duties, including but not limited to in-basket and telephone communication, documentation in medical record, obtaining reports, completion of insurance and/or disability forms, precertification and/or authorizations. Assist in making follow-up appointments and consultation appointments with other specialists for patients.

Requirements

HIGH SCHOOL OR GED
Completion of a Certified Orthopedic Technology or Registered Orthopedic Technologist training program preferred
Completion of an accredited medical assistant program with 1 year direct supervision of Orthopedic Surgeon
U.S. Armed Forces Military Medical Core experience
Athletic Trainer Certified MA experience 1 year under direct supervision of Orthopedic Surgeon

Responsibilities

Coordinate all activities related to casting, bracing, DME, wound care, suture/staple removal, order and maintaining of supplies, inventory, and care of equipment.
Direct responsibility for application, removal and adjustment of casts and soft goods.
Provide assistance to the medical staff with orthopedic procedures.
Promote patient education and safety.
Enhance customer satisfaction.
Demonstrate understanding of resource utilization.
Communicate effectively and interact with patients, team members, physicians and other customers in a courteous, pleasant and efficient manner.
Articulate descriptions of orthopaedic conditions based upon an understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another.
Demonstrate knowledge of the proper application of aseptic techniques in dressing change and removal of sutures or staples.
Prepare and assist with wound care and dressing changes as directed by physician.
Provide orthopaedic technologist clinical support to all orthopaedic sub-specialties including hand, joints, spine, trauma, sports medicine.
Perform a wide variety of orthopaedic related activities including, removing sutures/staples, applying and removing casts, splints, braces and other orthopaedic devices (i.e. Halo).
Fabricate splints and manage other simple medical technology, including braces, under the guidance of surgeons.
Assist in the documentation of physician orders such as prescriptions, physical and occupational therapy, studies performed by outsides facilities requiring written documentation and return to work/physical activity slips.
Develop and maintain a complete inventory of required clinical items.
Clean and stock patient exam, treatment, storage rooms and medical devices.
Greet patients in a prompt, courteous and professional manner and assist patient into the examination room completing all initiation of visit requirements (including rooming patients, taking vital signs and patient history, and assisting with minor procedures).
Develop and improve skills in the organization of work and in assisting the physician for economy in time, motion and materials.
Attend and participate in clinical education/training provided within Ambulatory Operations and within organization.
Assist with orientation and training of new hire Orthopaedic Technologists and Medical Assistants who are pursuing their Registered Orthopaedic Technologist.
Perform administrative duties, including but not limited to in-basket and telephone communication, documentation in medical record, obtaining reports, completion of insurance and/or disability forms, precertification and/or authorizations.
Assist in making follow-up appointments and consultation appointments with other specialists for patients.