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Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
PRN - Coverage needed during weekdays (Mon-Fri)
Ortho Tech is responsible for supporting our surgeons in the operating room. This position provides care and education for the patient based on their illness, symptoms, and courses of treatment. This position will utilize technical skills to provide assistance to surgeons and other professionals in the operating room. The Patient Coordinator - Ortho Tech interacts with patients and the health care team members, while maintaining the surgical department standards; participates in surgical procedures on patients of all age groups, pediatric through geriatrics: May assist in circulating duties under the direct supervision of a surgeon.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy related to procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of techniques used by various surgeons for various procedures.
Able to assemble and troubleshoot all equipment as necessary for procedure. Ensures all necessary equipment is in the room prior to the start of a case, including non-narcotic medications (e.g. Lidocaine).
Able to operate all electrosurgical equipment, diagnostic equipment, microscopic laser equipment, video equipment and disposable equipment, as well as equipment unique to this specialty area. Responsible for proper care and handling of instrumentation as defined by policy and procedure.
Demonstrates an understanding of the principles of asepsis and consistently maintains sterile technique. Demonstrates knowledge of sterilization and disinfection. Handles all surgical specimens appropriately.
Monitors and calls attention to breaks in technique. Communicates to circulating RN and surgeons breaks in technique.
Performs surgical scrub according to departmental policies. Assists in positioning of patients and maintains their safety. Updates and rewrites preference cards as indicated. Communicates changes/needs to inventory coordinator.
Responds to patient needs quickly and efficiently while adhering to company, physician and/or health facility procedures and policies. Responds to providers and staff needs quickly and efficiently.
Communicates between team members, attending physicians or clinical associates to ensure the appropriateness of care and outcome planning. Ensures compliance with third party requirements through review of documentation and care coordination of activities.
Performs splinting and casting on patients as directed by physician or physician assistant.
Cleans exam rooms and equipment as per OSHA standards. Provides coordinator of health education and referrals to meet the immediate health care needs of patients. Maintains a healthy and safe environment for clinical associate and patients.
Ensures that providers and staff follow all company policies, procedures and standards to keep providers and staff in compliance with external regulatory authorities and ensure that clinical associate documentation meets internal standards.
Arrives to work on time, provides appropriate notice when going to be late, and is not excessively or chronically tardy.
Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization.
May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Minimum Work Experience
5 years Clinical related experience Required
Licenses and Certifications
Occupational Therapist Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required or
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Upon Hire Required or
Emergency Medical Technician Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required or
Registered Medical Assistant (ARMA) Upon Hire Required or
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA_AAMA) Upon Hire Required or
Medical Assistant (NCMA_NCCT) Upon Hire Required or
Clinical Medical Assistant (CLMA_NHA) Upon Hire Required or
Medical Assistant (RMA_AMT) Upon Hire Required and
Medical Assistant Membership (AMT) Upon Hire Required or
Physical Therapist Assistant Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required or
Athletic Trainer Licensed State of Florida with BOC Upon Hire Required and
Certified Athletic Trainer (AT_BOC) Upon Hire Required or
Licensed Practical Nurse State of Florida or eligible compact state Upon Hire Required
BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) Upon Hire Required