Orthopedic Technician

Provides specialized technical support to the division of Orthopedics. "Candidates with patient care experience encouraged to apply."Qualifications:Minimum EducationHigh School Diploma or GED (Required)Minimum Work Experience2 years Experience in Orthopedics or related field (Required)Required SkillsKnowledgeAbility to lift approximately 50 lbs.Ability to utilize various office equipment.Ability to communicate with patients and their families of divers cultural backgrounds.Required Licenses and Certifications Must be active member in the National Association of Orthopedic Technologist (N. A. O. T .) 180 Days . Must pass the N. B.C. O. T . certification andor maintain their National Board Certification 2 Yrs (Required)Functional AccountabilitiesEffectively performs technical dutiesAssist with the application and removal of basic and specialized bracing, plaster and fiberglass cast (i.e. pre-made functional bracing, cast bracing, spica cast, body cast, etc.) on the wards, in the clinic and in the O.R. Assist residents, nurses, and technologist with proper application techniques in casting, splinting and traction. Apply , modify and dismantle traction equipment. Complete rounds as required. Completes required documentationComplete service and supply charge forms Ensures effective use of resourcesAssist with maintaining adequate supplies in designated areas.Assist with inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.Assist with the evaluation of orthopaedic supplies.Is a communication link for patients and their familiesProvide patient care and education in a variety of orthopaedic subjects to patients and their families. Provide patient communication on a level that is comfortable and understandable for the patient and their family. SafetySpeak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Organizational AccountabilitiesMaintains Cast roomMonitor and ensure efficient patient flow in the clinic cast roomMaintain a clean and safe environment in the cast anizational CommitmentIdentificationPartner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organizationCommitted to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differencesDemonstrate personal and professional integrityMaintain confidentiality at all timesCustomer ServiceAnticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are metTeamworkCommunicationDemonstrate collaborative and respectful behaviorPartner with all team members to achieve goalsReceptive to others' ideas and opinionsPerformance ImprovementProblem-solvingContribute to a positive work environmentDemonstrate flexibility and willingness to changeIdentify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processesMake appropriate decisions, using sound judgmentCost ManagementFinancial ResponsibilityUse resources efficientlySearch for less costly ways of doing things

Created: 2025-03-05