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The Certified Orthopedic Technician is a medically trained member of the staff who is responsible for assisting orthopedic physicians with the application of nonsurgical therapeutics to designated orthopedic patients. Under general supervision, provides functional guidance to assigned staff by training new employees, adjusting work schedules, directing workflows, resolving non-routine problems, assisting supervisor in various additional administrative matters such as developing and revising departmental procedures.
General Duties
Apply, adjust, and remove casts, splints, and traction under direct supervision
Observe patients for breaks in skin integrity and promptly report findings to the nurse, physician, or physician assistant
Serve as a resource to nursing personnel regarding types of traction, traction modifications, plaster cast complications, causes, and treatments
Provide patients with written instructions and education related to cast care
Equipment & Environment Management
Clean all equipment using proper techniques and infection-control standards
Order supplies and maintain appropriate inventory levels
Maintain the cast room in a clean, organized, and orderly manner
Accurately charge for supplies and equipment utilized
Clinical & Team Support
Assist orthopedic surgeons in the operating room or procedural areas when appropriately trained in sterilization and infection-control protocols
Train and orient junior team members and newly hired orthopedic technicians
Education and Experience Qualifications
A combination of appropriate education and work experience is required:
High School Diploma or equivalent and
Four (4) years of experience providing direct care to orthopedic patients in a hospital or clinic setting
Licenses and Certifications
Skills and Abilities
Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
Expert knowledge of aseptic techniques, including:
Dressing changes
Removal of sutures and staples
Surgical field setup and operating room draping
Advanced understanding of the theory and application of skin, skeletal, and manual traction
Ability to communicate and interact professionally with staff, physicians, patients, visitors, vendors, and the general public in a tactful and diplomatic manner
Ability to clearly articulate orthopedic conditions based on advanced understanding of anatomical structures and relationships
High level of interpersonal skills with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Strong written and verbal communication skills to ensure clear, timely communication with peers, physicians, professional staff, and management
WORK SHIFT:
Days (United States of America)
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