Orthopaedic Technician - Noncertified - FT - Orthopedics - Florence

Job description

Orthopaedic Technician – Noncertified – FT – Orthopedics – Florence
Responsibilities:
Job Summary:
The Noncertified Orthopedic Technician assists with the delivery of orthopedic patient care, clinical support activities, patient preparation, and basic orthopedic procedures in an ambulatory or hospital-based orthopedic practice under the supervision of a Physician, Advanced Practice Provider, or Registered Nurse.
Key Responsibilities:
• Prepares patients for examination by obtaining vital signs, medical history, chief complaint, and other pertinent clinical information.
• Assists providers with orthopedic examinations, treatments, injections, wound care, and minor procedures.
• Applies and removes simple splints, braces, slings, immobilizers, and orthopedic devices as directed by the provider.
• Removes sutures, staples, and dressings according to provider orders and established protocols.
• Educates patients and families regarding post-treatment care, orthopedic devices, activity restrictions, and follow-up instructions.
• Maintains examination rooms, procedure areas, supplies, and equipment to ensure a safe and efficient patient environment.
• Schedules diagnostic testing, referrals, follow-up appointments, and assists with care coordination activities.
• Documents patient care activities accurately and timely within the electronic medical record.
• Maintains compliance with infection prevention standards, OSHA regulations, HIPAA requirements, and departmental policies.
• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and professionalism with patients, families, providers, and team members.
• Participates in departmental quality improvement and continuing education activities.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
• Minimum of a High School Diploma/GED required.
• One (1) year of healthcare, physician office, medical assistant, athletic training, rehabilitation, emergency department, or related clinical experience preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.

Requirements:
Degrees:
• High School Diploma/GED

Licenses and Certifications:
• Basic Life Support

Memberships:
• Occupation Risk Assessment