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The Orthopedic Technician functions with demonstrated expertise in the delivery of direct Orthopedic care to children. Partners with healthcare team and assesses, prioritizes and provides care to clinic patient population. Meets specific requirements, goals, and competencies established within the Orthopedic clinic.
Job Responsibility:
Functions with demonstrated expertise in the delivery of direct Orthopedic care to children
Partners with healthcare team and assesses, prioritizes and provides care to clinic patient population
Meets specific requirements, goals, and competencies established within the Orthopedic clinic
Requirements:
High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) required
Course work in biology or physics preferred
Experience in a pediatric setting preferred
Knowledge of orthopedic surgery instruments, orthopedic casting techniques, application of braces, normally acquired through a minimum of one year related experience preferred
Must be able to transfer and ambulate patients, lift orthopedic devices, stand for long periods of time and lift objects up to 75 pounds
Frequently bends, lifts, twists, reaches, and squats
Occasionally push/pulls and does overhead work
Good interpersonal skills to effectively interact with physicians, patients, parents and staff
Requires flexibility of time and duties in order to work in a fast paced environment
Familiarity with personal computer operations and functions
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, providers, staff, and leadership
Good analytical ability to observe and communicate problems as they arise
Promotes courteous behavior as outlines in the department's guest relations' guidelines
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross within 90 Days Required
CMA-Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants Preferred
ORTHO-Orthopedic Technician - National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, Inc. Preferred