Sr. Orthopedic Technician

Texas Children's Careers • Austin, TX

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About The Position

We are searching for a Senior Orthopedic Technician -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide excellent customer service and assist the patient care team by providing casting and medical assistance to the licensed providers during patient scheduled clinic visits or patients in the emergency center. Provides operational assistance, ensuring and coordinating the intake and rooming of patients to effectively manage the patient visit cycle time.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or GED, some college preferred
• Required 3 years of Experience doing basic casting, splinting, and hardware maintenance
• Experience with fiberglass and plaster casting

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides casting assistance to all members of the orthopedic sports medicine team
• Promotes customer service, patient safety, and communication
• Initiates and supports patient flow in the clinic by screening patients and placing them in an exam room (Job Station: Weigh and Measure)
• Assists the provider with procedures and paperwork
• Provides oversight for all educational development and student programs
• Maintains inventory and ordering of all orthopedic supplies for the emergency center

Benefits

• Compliance with occupational health and safety standards through respiratory fit testing

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees