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Phoenix, AZ
Orthopedic Technician
Phoenix, AZ
Hagenes, Tremblay and Buckridge
Phoenix, AZ
Orthopedic Technician
  • Assists employees with setting up and working within the EHR efficiently and correctly
  • Adheres to infection control policies and procedures and follows radiation precaution standards when working in the medical imaging areas
  • Performs casts, cast reapplication, and splint application under the direction and by order of the Physician or Advanced Care Practitioner (ACP)
  • Prepares and rooms patients within the clinical practice setting according to standardized work flows. Accurately obtains patient vital signs, documenting patient health information, history and medications. Accurately interviews patients and orders radiographs according to the physician protocols
  • Assists physicians in closed reduction procedures by ensuring bones are properly aligned for casting, traction, and splints. Ensures x-rays are obtained for pre and post casting, splinting, and traction as ordered by physicians
  • May participate with physician in conducting daily rounds for inpatient examinations. Responsible for set up and adjustment of traction devices and overhead trapeze. Evaluates and monitors ortho traction status
  • Educates patients with regards to cast care, signs and symptoms of complications resulting from circulatory and neurological compromise. Documents teaching in Patient Medical Record
Los Angeles, CA
Orthopedic Technician Prn
Los Angeles, CA
Jacobs Group
Los Angeles, CA
Orthopedic Technician Prn
  • May assist with quality control or performance improvement activities as directed
  • Provides assistance to all surgical orthopedic service staff members
  • Assists in the coordination of patient care under the supervision of the assigned health care provider
  • Provides excellent service routinely in interactions with all customers, e.g., coworkers, patients, visitors, physicians, and volunteers
  • Performs activities of the concussion clinic accurately recording intakes, assessments and performs testing
  • Assists Clinician and/or RN with procedures performed in the patient care setting
  • Assists with the retrieval and checking of prior films
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Philadelphia, PA
Chief Orthopedic Technician
Philadelphia, PA
Goldner and Sons
present
Philadelphia, PA
Chief Orthopedic Technician
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  • Assists physicians in orthopedic procedures and performs patient care activities
  • Cleans equipment and work area after each use maintaining a safe and clean work environment
  • Performs in an operating room environment under the direct supervision of a surgeon
  • Demonstrates aseptic techniques in dressing change, removal of sutures or staples, and setting up surgical fields
  • Completes documentation in a timely manner according to departmental guidelines
  • Interprets, with guidance and supervision, simple fractures and dislocations on x-ray films
  • Completes assigned patients rounds in a timely manner
Education Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Total Body Strength
Bachelor’s Degree in Total Body Strength
University of Tennessee
Bachelor’s Degree in Total Body Strength
Skills Skills
  • Knowledge of basic aseptic technique and ability to do basic casting, splinting, and hardware maintenance
  • Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information
  • Knowledge of major and minor orthopedic surgical procedures and techniques, table set-up, patient positioning and sterile techniques
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and patients
  • Ability to accurately interpret and utilize basic medical terminology and abbreviations
  • Good judgment in handling difficult situations
  • Self-directed including the ability to work with little supervision
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Provides excellent service routinely in interactions with all customers, e.g., coworkers, patients, visitors, physicians, and volunteers
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Performs casts, cast reapplication, and splint application under the direction and by order of the Physician or Advanced Care Practitioner (ACP)
  • Monitors and maintains all orthopedic equipment and supplies
  • Provides instructions to patients and family members according to approved protocol and/or the plan of care under the direction of the Registered Nurse, Physician, or Mid Level Provider
  • Performs cast reapplication with Physician's or ACP's orders
  • Prepares patient for routine examination and procedures and sets up rooms
  • Performs simple, non-sterile dressing changes on wounds greater than 48 hours old
  • Performs order entry of labs, x-rays, etc
  • Cleans rooms and instruments according to OSHA and TJC standards
  • Assists Clinician and/or RN with procedures performed in the patient care setting
  • Recognizes and provides for cultural and language differences of the patient/family
  • Assists with the retrieval and checking of prior films
  • Performs facility acuity coding by selecting the appropriate level of service for a diverse
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Receives and studies written orders from physicians for orthopedic work
  • Plans best method and selects proper orthopedic devices and equipment using as a guide the physician's order which describes the patient's condition, an orthopedic manual and/or standard practice
  • Fabricates, improvises, applies, adjusts, and removes orthopedic devices
  • Explains procedures to and instructs patients and their families in the care of casts, strappings, dressings
  • Reassures patients when removing casts with cast cutters or other such devices
  • Assists physicians in applying more specialized orthopedic devices such as hip spicas and cast braces
  • Assists physicians in emergency areas by applying casts, tractions and splints, often of a temporary nature
  • Prepares the patients' permanent orthopedic records, listing the type of procedures applied
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Orthopedic Technician On Call Resume Examples & Samples

  • Applies, adjusts and removes casts and splints, e.g. long leg casts and splints, cylinder casts and forearm splints, for patients as directed by Physician/Physician Assistant. Reviews Physician/Physician Assistant orders; positions affected area of patient's body; covers injured area with specified protective material; prepares and wraps casting/splinting material around affected area; trims, remodels and bivalves casts; and cuts windows in casts. Consults with Physician/Physician Assistant regarding unusual or complex casting or splinting
  • Assists Physician/Physician Assistant with special orthopedic procedures, e.g. preparation of treatment rooms requiring sterile field, fracture manipulation and pin removal; maintains patient in correct position ad prepares injured area of patient
  • Removes dressing, clean wounds/surgical incisions, remove staples and/or sutures, and apply dressing materials used to cover a wound or surgical incision within established protocol. Repairs, trims, adjust, remove, and reapply casts and/or splints based on written or verbal Physician/Physician Assistant instructions
  • Maintains and prepares the cast room for specific procedures as well as the cleanup duties that follow in accordance with infection control guidelines. Measures, fits and adjusts crutches and canes. Teaches basic gait training
  • Documents all procedures on patient progress sheet or CIS and sends to Physician/Physician Assistant to co-sign
  • May be required to order standard and nonstandard orthopedic supplies to maintain an adequate inventory used in the care and treatment of orthopedic patients
  • Performs the duties of a Medical Assistant II or Medical Receptionist as directed. Looks for appropriate opportunities to assist where needed
  • Assists members who are upset or anxious about their visit to the Orthopedics Department. Acts as a contact for Customer Services
  • Schedules appointments for orthopedic clinic visits
  • In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors
  • Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience as an orthopedic technician
  • 6 months to 1 year of experience as an orthopedic technician highly preferred
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Senior Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Assists Orthopedic Surgeons in reduction of fractures
  • Attaches traction supports to patients limb and adjusts support to specified tension
  • Assembles exercise frames
  • Adjusts crutches, canes, braces, and splints to fit patient
  • Responsible for suture removal, staple removal, and dressing changes including una boot application
  • Responsible for maintaining supplies in cast room and treatment rooms, to include ordering and stocking materials
  • Follow-up with clinical patients, (calling patients and having follow-up visit with Orthopedic Technician)
  • Oversees Orthopedic Tech competency and procedural updates
  • This job motivates and provides work direction to other employees, but does not have the authority to hire, fire, or discipline
  • Must meet one of the following three qualifications
  • Orthopedic Technicians who are specifically and regularly assigned by the Employer to direct and check the work of one (1) or more Orthopedic Technicians and who have four (4) years of experience (part time experience of twenty (20) hours a week or more on a regular basis will be considered as if it were full-time experience) as an Orthopedic Technician, and have been certified by the National Board of Certification of Orthopedic Technologists OR-
  • At least five (5) years of experience (part time experience of twenty (20) hours a week or more on a regular basis will be considered as if it were full-time experience) as an Orthopedic Technician, documented graduation from an Orthopedic Technician training program, and has the demonstrated ability to perform under general supervision the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification in accordance with the specifications set by the department chief or designee OR-
  • Employee was employed as a Sr. Orthopedic Technician with Kaiser Permanente on September 3, 2003 and has not voluntarily transferred to another position nor terminated and subsequently been rehired
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Performs patient care procedures including care of wounds, removal of sutures, preparation of traction pins, and assistance to provider with their insertion
  • Applies and adjusts casts, slings, and related orthopedic appliances as directed and under general supervision of an orthopedic provider; may apply splints as a first aid measure before evaluation
  • Operates a fluoroscan to obtain patient x-rays as directed and under general supervision of an orthopedic provider only if holder of a limited radiology technologist certificate
  • Removes casts or appliances as directed
  • Responds to patient reports of swelling, pain, and related concerns and refers to provider as appropriate
  • Teaches patients how to move with casts. Instructs patients regarding movement and exercise, walking with crutches, care of cast, etc. according to nursing practice protocols
  • Assists patients to and from the clinical area as necessary
  • Cleans and sterilizes instruments
  • Orders, stocks, and maintains tools, equipment, and supplies used in orthopedic department
  • Answers telephone, makes appointments, and provides administrative support in orthopedic department
  • Communicates relevant patient information to the provider and healthcare team to ensure effective care flow
  • Two (2) years experience as an orthopedic cast technician, OR completion of a training course as a medical corpsman, OR completion of the Kaiser Permanente sponsored cross training program with successful documented demonstration of identified competencies required
  • Certification as an orthopedic technician preferred
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Applies, adjusts, and removes casts, assembles traction apparatus, and fits strappings and splints for orthopedic patients by performing duties that may include, but are not exclusive to
  • Covers injured areas with specified protective materials such as stockinette bandages, gauze, or rubber pads, preparatory to cast application. Understands and utilizes the proper application of aseptic techniques in dressing changes and setting up surgical fields
  • Trims plaster
  • Assembles wooden, metal, plastic, or plaster material to make orthopedic splints
  • Rigs pulleys, ropes, and frames to assemble fracture beds
  • Instructs patients in care of and assists patients in walking with casts, braces, crutches, and other Ortho apparatus and supplies as ordered
  • Assist in making follow-up appointments and consultation appointments with specialists for patients
  • Perform other related duties as required
  • At least two (2) years of experience (part time experience of twenty (20) hours a week or more on a regular basis will be considered as if it were full-time experience) in orthopedic patient care in an acute hospital or clinic within the past three (3) years plus the demonstrated ability to perform, and, under general supervision, frequently will perform the most complex techniques and procedures of the classification, in accordance with the specifications set by the department chief or designee OR-
  • At least one (1) year of experience as an Orthopedic Technician with Kaiser Permanente AND Certification by the National Board of Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (NBCOT)
  • Experience in automated clinical information systems preferred
  • Documented graduation from an Orthopedic Technician training program
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Orthopedic Technician Prn Resume Examples & Samples

  • Assist with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures to appropriate level of training and established procedures
  • Follow physician direction to prepare, apply and remove orthopedic appliances, including casts, splints and braces
  • Provide education on proper care and use of orthopedic soft goods, equipment, and materials
  • Maintain inventory of orthopedic supplies and equipment
  • Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment
  • Assist in applying traction and trapeze equipment for patient use
  • Work alongside physician to complete fracture reductions
  • Perform patient care procedures as directed
  • Schedule patient appointments as determined by establish protocols
  • Participate in special projects or completes other duties as assigned
  • Verifiable and demonstrable orthopedic cast clinical skills documented by practicing physician to assure patient safety required
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Applies, adjusts and removes casts and splints, e.g. long leg casts and splints, cylinder casts and forearm splints, for patients as directed by Physician/Physician Assistant. Reviews Physician/Physician Assistant orders; positions affected area of patient's body; covers injured area with specified protective material; prepares and wraps casting/splinting material around affected area; trims, remodels and bivalves casts; and cuts windows in casts. Consults with Physician/Physician Assistant regarding unusual or complex casting or splinting
  • Assists Physician/Physician Assistant with special orthopedic procedures, e.g. preparation of treatment rooms requiring sterile field, fracture manipulation and pin removal; maintains patient in correct position ad prepares injured area of patient
  • Removes dressing, clean wounds/surgical incisions, remove staples and/or sutures, and apply dressing materials used to cover a wound or surgical incision within established protocol. Repairs, trims, adjust, remove, and reapply casts and/or splints based on written or verbal Physician/Physician Assistant instructions
  • Maintains and prepares the cast room for specific procedures as well as the cleanup duties that follow in accordance with infection control guidelines. Measures, fits and adjusts crutches and canes. Teaches basic gait training
  • Documents all procedures on patient progress sheet or CIS and sends to Physician/Physician Assistant to co-sign
  • May be required to order standard and nonstandard orthopedic supplies to maintain an adequate inventory used in the care and treatment of orthopedic patients
  • Performs the duties of a Medical Assistant II or Medical Receptionist as directed. Looks for appropriate opportunities to assist where needed
  • Assists members who are upset or anxious about their visit to the Orthopedics Department. Acts as a contact for Customer Services
  • Schedules appointments for orthopedic clinic visits
  • In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors
  • Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience as an orthopedic technician
  • 6 months to 1 year of experience as an orthopedic technician highly preferred
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Orthopedic Technician, Grade Resume Examples & Samples

  • Wets, wraps, and molds plaster bandages around area of fracture
  • Removes whole and broken casts and alters position of cast to change setting of patients limb or body part as directed
  • Secures provider order before providing care
  • Documents interventions in the medical record
  • Serve as technical advisor to the hospital staff in matters pertaining to orthopedic devices and equipment
  • Zero (0) to two (2) years of Orthopedic Technician experience
  • Computer literate preferred
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Minimum of one (1) year experience in the care of orthopedic patients and hospital related procedures is required. Working knowledge of orthopedic equipment, supplies, and procedures is necessary
  • Orthopedic Technician certification preferred
  • CPR Certification required
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Assisting physicians and staff with application and removal of casts
  • Traction device set up and adjustment performed per instructions of orthopedic physician
  • Acts as a resource in application and removal of all patient castings performed
  • Responsible for application of some specialty casts ordered by the physician
  • Assists physicians in closed reduction procedures by ensuring bones are properly aligned for casting, traction, and splints. Ensures x-rays are obtained for pre and post casting, splinting, and traction as ordered by physicians
  • May participate with physician in conducting daily rounds for inpatient examinations. Responsible for set up and adjustment of traction devices and overhead trapeze. Evaluates and monitors ortho traction status
  • Performs casting procedures using plaster, fiberglass, moveable hinges, or other materials. Follows written procedures for cast application
  • Educates patients with regards to cast care, signs and symptoms of complications resulting from circulatory and neurological compromise. Documents teaching in Patient Medical Record
  • Stays current on new casting procedures and equipment. May orient new personnel to the orthopedic cast room and procedures. Provides in-service training for nursing, residents, and other personnel on traction methods and casting techniques
  • Responsible to requests from various departments/units to deliver ortho equipment (i.e., splint, knee apparatus, exercise equipment, hinge demobilizes, etc.) and demonstrates proper usage
  • Completes patient documentation to initiate professional fee billing
  • Uses cast saw to trim cast after hardening. Cleans and maintains tools and work area as required. Removes sutures, staples and pins as ordered by physicians. Applies clean or sterile dressing to wounds or incisions
  • Orders all supplies
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
  • 6-12 months previous clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Orthopedic Technician, Nurse Assistant or related field
  • 5 Years previous Casting experience highly preferred
  • Current Heart Saver Certification is required
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Able to obtain Vitals
  • Grip, push, pull up to 50lbs. Pinch up tp 10 lbs. Low positions knee crouch and crawl occasionally
  • Six months of any of the following: Patient Care Associate, Certified Nursing Assistant, Unit Secretary, Cardiovascular Tech, Phlebotomy, Lab Tech, Surgical Services Assistant, clinical hospital experience
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Performs various related procedures including but not limited to wound care, dressings, EKGs, removal of sutures/staples, application/removal of orthopaedic casts/splints, and drawing up injections, vaccines, botox, phlebotomy for PRP and assisting with ultrasound procedures
  • Accurately documents all pertinent details in the electronic health record (EHR) according to established standards and work flows including all pertinent patient interactions as the time of the encounter in the correct EHR note type. Reviews, updates and reconciles medication list in the EHR. Reviews the problem list, social history, medical surgical history and pain assessment with the patient and updates the record. Follows Meaningful Use standards
  • Able to function as a scribe to the physician when needed to maintain clinic work flow
  • Educates patients on proper wound and pin care, cast care and postoperative care
  • Assists with patient prescription needs based on established protocols
  • Requires travel to various satellite locations to support assigned physician(s)
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Chief Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Assists physicians in orthopedic procedures and performs patient care activities
  • Cleans equipment and work area after each use maintaining a safe and clean work environment
  • Completes documentation in a timely manner according to departmental guidelines
  • Demonstrates aseptic techniques in dressing change, removal of sutures or staples, and setting up surgical fields
  • Interprets, with guidance and supervision, simple fractures and dislocations on x-ray films
  • Performs in an operating room environment under the direct supervision of a surgeon
  • Articulates descriptions of basic orthopedic conditions based on a fundamental understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another
  • Demonstrates effective leadership skills
  • Demonstrates theoretical knowledge and practical application of upper and lower extremity casts, skin and skeletal traction and orthopedic devices
  • Interprets, adapts and reacts calmly under stressful conditions
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • 6 months of clinical experience
  • 1 year of experience in orthopedic cast technical
  • Experience in pediatrics
  • Familiarity with all orthopedic instrumentation, equipment, hardware, and procedures
  • Knowledge of basic aseptic technique and ability to do basic casting, splinting, and hardware maintenance
  • Provides assistance to all surgical orthopedic service staff members
  • Applies and maintains traction and other patient hardware systems
  • Works with patients and families on all aspects of care
  • Provides excellent service routinely in interactions with all customers, e.g., coworkers, patients, visitors, physicians, and volunteers
  • Provides on-call services
  • Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures
  • Reports mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to supervisor or compliance office immediately
  • Participates in maintaining and monitoring work environment to ensure a continual state of Joint Commission readiness
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • High School diploma or equivalent. Completion of an orthopedic technology program or equivalent program (military training program)
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers
  • National certification with NBCOT
  • Five years full time experience in a hospital, clinic, or office setting or experience as an independent contractor working with orthopedic patients and with two years NBCOT certification
  • Demonstrated experience with application of casts, splints and braces
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Completion of orthopedic technology program or other equivalent program (such as military training program)
  • Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Providers
  • National Certification with NBCOT
  • Five years full-time work experience in a hospital, clinic or office setting or as an independent contractor working directly in the care of orthopedics patients
  • Demonstrated proficiency in application of casts, splints and braces
  • Knowledge of major and minor orthopedic surgical procedures and techniques, table set-up, patient positioning and sterile techniques
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • 9 Comprehends surgical sterile technique
  • 10 Rounds on assigned rooms and is alert and responsive to other rooms when needed (back up support)
  • 11 Follows proper lifting technique and utilizes appropriate equipment
  • 12 Assists with proper patient positioning
  • 13 Performs additional duties as assigned
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Applies overhead traction and other traction set-ups independently on a variety of beds
  • Assists physicians as requested or scheduled in various units throughout the hospital
  • Applies OCL and plaster splints as well as extremity casts with non-displaced fractures as directed by an Orthopedic or Emergency Physician following their examination of the patient
  • Prepares for and assists physicians with application of other casts. Assists Orthopedic Surgeons in Surgery as scheduled
  • Splits and trims casts. Applies color wrap as directed
  • Replenishes orthopedic supplies necessary, assists nursing staff on hospital units, transports patients, performs Rehab Technician functions to meet patient and department needs at the time
  • Assists with patient mobility within hospital nursing units. Under indirect supervision of licensed therapy staff provides restorative treatment plans designed to maintain patient level of functioning in place of/ or is adjunct to other skilled rehabilitation services; carries out, monitors and/or adjusts restorative treatments utilizing therapy techniques, modalities, and equipment for which competency has been demonstrated; assumes responsibility for patient’s care, safety and environment throughout treatment; observes, reports and records all pertinent patient information according to department policy
  • Prepares patient, equipment, supplies (including topical medications used in burn/wound care; does NOT apply medicated supply to patient), and medical record for transport; verifies Rehabilitation Services order in chart; selects technique for transfer and equipment for transport according to established policies and procedures and therapist guidance; assumes responsibility of safe, timely transport of Rehabilitation Services patients and medical records to and from department clinics
  • Works in a collaborative effort with others: answers department telephone, taking complete message or answering questions related to patient schedule; assists in filing and record keeping; monitors patient during exercise
  • Assists in general maintenance of department: Cleans and stores equipment, restocks linens and supplies, changes linens and cleans treatment areas, maintains transport equipment and arranges for necessary repairs, empties soiled linen/waste containers
  • Demonstrates appropriate and effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication with patients and their families, colleagues, medical staff, and the public; participates in staff meetings and inservice education; protects patient confidentiality in regard to medical, emotional, and social status
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained by the end of the orientation period (approximately six (6) weeks). Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
  • Experience in orthopedic field preferred
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Able to perform venipuncture with a valid California phlebotomy license
  • Adheres to infection control policies and procedures and follows radiation precaution standards when working in the medical imaging areas
  • Applies braces, splints and casts under physician supervision and/or instruction
  • Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy related to the procedures being performed
  • Interacts with patients in a variety of settings and may bring them to a room and/or take vital signs
  • May assist the physician directly during a procedure as indicated and trained
  • May assist with quality control or performance improvement activities as directed
  • May perform clerical duties requiring confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA regulations, including scheduling, filing, data entry, answering phones and ordering supplies
  • Certification through NBCOT preferred but not required
  • CPR certification required from accepted provider
  • 2-4 years' experience preferred
  • Experience as an Orthopedic Technician training and certification, MA or physical/occupational aide preferred
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Education: High School Diploma
  • Other: Grip, push, pull up to 50lbs. Pinch up tp 10 lbs. Low positions knee crouch and crawl occasionally
  • Preferred Experience: Six months of any of the following: Patient Care Associate, Certified Nursing Assistant, Unit Secretary, Cardiovascular Tech, Phlebotomy, Lab Tech, Surgical Services Assistant, clinical hospital experience
  • Preferred Certifications: CNA
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Acts as a consultant on orthopedic procedures and policies
  • As necessary, accurately sets up traction and maintains traction beds
  • Carries out all responsibilities in a pleasant, courteous and cooperative manner
  • Conducts all communication (verbal and written) in an effective, accurate, courteous manner
  • Contributes in a positive manner to the unit, department and hospital goals
  • Effectively maintains and manages their respective clinical area and performs required duties on a daily basis
  • Establishes and facilitates appropriate working relationships between the orthopedic area and work areas of the Hospital (nursing units, ED, OR, Clinic)
  • Follows unit and departmental guidelines related to staffing and scheduling
  • Initiates problem-solving techniques on a timely basis
  • Maintains adequate inventory of materials and equipment
  • Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • High School Diploma, Certificate of Attendance, or GED
  • Basic Life Support/CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Certification
  • Minimum experience of 1 year
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Instructs patients in basic skin care of casts and other devices, simple appropriate exercise routines and ambulation in order to ensure patient safety and comfort. Documents this on the clinical record, as applicable
  • Arranges and assembles adjusts and removes traction equipment for inpatients with a physicians order and checks traction assemblies on a daily basis for stability and proper body alignment in order to help ensure patient safety and comfort
  • Participates in the development of and adheres to appropriate policies, procedures and practice guidelines
  • Removes sutures, changes dressing for patients, assists orthopedic surgeon in operating room by applying cast to affected body part or maintains holding corrected bone alignment
  • Orders and maintains an adequate inventory of orthopedic supplies in clinic areas and as applicable for other assigned inpatient areas in order to help ensure the timely and safe delivery of patient care
  • Places daily/weekly order with M.D.C. that establishes and maintains par levels for equipment and supplies, as applicable. Completes purchase orders as applicable for equipment and supplies ordered from outside vendors as needed to maintain adequate levels of stock
  • Cleans and organizes storage areas, stock traction supply room and clinic. Makes routine unit/area rounds to retrieve and locate orthopedic equipment. Delivers needed orthopedic equipment and supplies to patient care units upon request, in a timely fashion
  • Allocates, and ensures the proper maintenance and storage of orthopedic equipment and supplies and evaluates their quality in order to help ensure quality and safe patient care. Removes malfunctioning equipment including traction from service, labels, and reports it to supervisor for repair and ensures that the repair is completed satisfactorily so that there are no preventable incidents of patient injury related to equipment malfunction
  • Maintains accurate and complete clinical records in order to help ensure quality care
  • Completes charge form for applied cast or orthotic given to patient as indicated
  • Batches and posts as applicable charges for services rendered and equipment and supplies used in order to help ensure optimal reimbursement on a daily basis
  • Places patients in exam rooms
  • Creates and/or obtains patient charts using the appropriate reports and distributes to the appropriate person
  • Files patient charts and or/loose papers
  • Must pass clinical competency testing
  • Ability to effectively speak, read, and write English
  • Hand dexterity, hearing and visual acuity to respond to a patient or take direction from a provider, apply and remove casts and other orthopedic devices, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate in a courteous, pleasant and professional manner with patients, general public, staff members, outside agencies, and all other internal and external contacts
  • Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work
  • Ability to accurately interpret and utilize basic medical terminology and abbreviations
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • This On Call ORT must have minimum 1 year of independent ORT casting experience with all age populations (infant-adult.)
  • Candidate must be ASOP ORT Certified and posses an active Maryland CNA certification
  • Must possess excellent communication skills, Strong team player, self-motivated /self-directed and flexible to working at alternative work locations within DC-SM Orthopedics Depts
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Certified Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Completion of an Orthopedic Technology Training Program. INTERNAL CANDIDATES: Completion of MMC’s Orthopedic Training Program within 6-months of hire
  • Ability to read, write, hear and verbally communicate in English to the degree required to perform the job
  • Must be able to travel in and out of Stanislaus County, including transcontinental travel. If MMC and/or own vehicle used on MMC business, must possess valid California Driver’s License and upon request proof of liability insurance
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Makes independent decisions within the scope of defined job description
  • Seeks guidance as necessary for performance of duties
  • Identifies a situation, opportunity, problem, or issue; assesses it from a variety of perspectives, considers several alternatives; chooses appropriate course of action when presented with non-routine situations
  • Prioritizes work to meet department/hospital needs, standards and deadlines
  • Identifies and responds appropriately to needs of patients and others
  • Communicates pertinent information to appropriate persons in a timely manner
  • Demonstrate competency in use casting, splinting and durable medical equipment application
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Performs various related procedures including but not limited to wound care, dressings, EKGs, removal of sutures/staples, application/removal of orthopadic casts/splints and drawing infections, vaccines, botox, phlebotomy for PRP and assisting with ultrasound procedures
  • Prepares and rooms patients within the clinical practice setting according to standardized work flows. Accurately obtains patient vital signs, documenting patient health information, history and medications. Accurately interviews patients and orders radiographs according to the physician protocols
  • Accurately documents all pertinent details in the electronic health record (EHR) according to established standards and work flows including all pertinent patient interactions at the time of the encounter in the correct EHR note type. Reviews, updates and reconciles medication list in the EHR. Reviews problem list, social history, medical surgical history and pain assessment with the patient and updates the record. Follows Meaningful Use standards
  • Functions as a scribe to the physician when needed to maintain clinic work flow
  • Stocks, prepares and cleans patient rooms utilizing sterile techniques and universal precautions
  • Performs chart management tasks by obtaining diagnostic reports and reviewing charts for completion. Scans pertinent findings from outside sources to the appropriate tab in the EHR. Provides and communicates information to physicians and staff as necessary
  • Performs activities of the concussion clinic accurately recording intakes, assessments and performs testing
  • Triages clinical voice mails, schedules appointments, schedules surgeries and testing. Obtains consents and authorizations and manages EHR inbaskets
  • Completes case requests and orders necessary testing according to protocols. Reviews test results and works with physician to rectify abnormalities
  • Serves as peer mentor. Responsibly orients new orthopaedic technicians in correct office workflows. Demonstrates proficiency in teaching pre-visit planning, meaningful use standards, appropriate documentation and workflows. Provides meaningful feedback and performance evaluations for orientees. Mentors students and interns as assigned
  • Assists employees with setting up and working within the EHR efficiently and correctly
  • Provides clinical leadership oversight serving as a department resource for clinical questions
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • 2 years medical field experience casting and splinting application and removal
  • High School diploma or Equivalent
  • Orthopedic Tech certification or Medic trained
  • Pediatric Ortho Clinic
  • Bilingual Spanish/English
  • Registered Orthopedic Tech
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • Must obtain the FBI Fingerprint, Child Abuse Clearance and Criminal History Background checks
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a demanding environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and patients
  • Ability to operate all standard office equipment and software including MS Office
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Orthopedic Technician Resume Examples & Samples

  • High school dimploma
  • Ability to walk/stand your entire shift
  • Ability to push carts with supplies