Orthopedic Technologist (Cast Tech)

Cooper University Hospital•Cape May Court House, NJ

About The Position

Communicates effectively and interacts with patients, team members, physicians and other customers courteously, please, and efficiently. Articulates descriptions of orthopedic conditions based on 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/staples. Prepares and assists with wound care and dressing changes as directed by a physician. Perform a variety of related activities including removing sutures/staples applying and removing casts, splints, braces, and other orthopedic devices. Effectively assists in documentation of physician orders such as prescriptions, physical and occupational therapy, studies performed by outside facilities requiring written documentation and return to work/physical activity slips. Consistently develop and maintain a complete inventory of required clinical items. Cleans and stocks patient exams, treatment, and storage rooms. Greets patients in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner and assists patients into the exam room completing all initiation of visit requirements. Develops and improves skills in the organization of work and in assisting the physician of economy in time, motion, and materials. Accurately and efficiently performs many administrative duties, including but not limited to in-basket and telephone communication, documentation in medical records, obtaining reports, and completion of insurance and /or disability forms, pre-certifications and authorizations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, required.
Completion of an accredited medical assistant program.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a Certified Orthopedic Technology or Registered- Orthopedic Technologist training program, preferred.

Responsibilities

Communicates effectively and interacts with patients, team members, physicians and other customers courteously, please, and efficiently.
Articulates descriptions of orthopedic conditions based on 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/staples.
Prepares and assists with wound care and dressing changes as directed by a physician.
Perform a variety of related activities including removing sutures/staples applying and removing casts, splints, braces, and other orthopedic devices.
Effectively assists in documentation of physician orders such as prescriptions, physical and occupational therapy, studies performed by outside facilities requiring written documentation and return to work/physical activity slips.
Consistently develop and maintain a complete inventory of required clinical items.
Cleans and stocks patient exams, treatment, and storage rooms.
Greets patients in a prompt, courteous, and professional manner and assists patients into the exam room completing all initiation of visit requirements.
Develops and improves skills in the organization of work and in assisting the physician of economy in time, motion, and materials.
Accurately and efficiently performs many administrative duties, including but not limited to in-basket and telephone communication, documentation in medical records, obtaining reports, and completion of insurance and /or disability forms, pre-certifications and authorizations.