Orthopedic Technician

Position Summary To apply and remove orthopedic casts and surgical dressings; to instruct patients in the use of medicalsurgical appliances and braces; to assist in the general clinical care of orthopedic outpatients.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.•Rooming patients. Accompanies andor assists patients to the exam room in a professional mannerObtains patient vital signs, including height, weight, blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration. Pulse oximetry if needed. •Apply, adjust, fit and remove all common orthopedic devices including, but not limited to, orthopedic casts(plasterfiberglass), splints, braces, slings, and other similar devices and appliances ordered by the physician or APP.•May clean wounds, perform dressing changes and remove staplessutures; assists in minor procedures; must be aware of sterile techniques.•Sets up bed traction units or rigs special devices as required and inspectsadjusts bandages and equipment.•Instructs patients in the use of splints, braces, crutches, canes, and all other orthopedic equipment.•Assists patients in and around the clinic and the x-ray unit. •Serves as a liaison between the patients and physiciansAPPs to improve communication.•Demonstrates orthopedic techniques as necessary to residents and students and advises on the types of medicalsurgical and supplies and braces recommended by the department. •Ensures charts, dictations, and tests are available prior to each clinic session.•Responsible for cast room supplies, equipment ordering.•Assists with scheduling, reception as needed.Minimum QualificationsThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, andor ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EducationHigh School graduation or its equivalentExperience and CertificationOTC (Orthopedic Technician Certified (preferred) certification from an accredited school plus 1-2 years of related working experience preferably in an outpatient Orthopedic clinic. Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment. ( preferred) CompetenciesMust have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner. Must be able to follow and understand instructions and react favorably in all work situations. Must have strong interpersonal skills and be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people at various levels within and outside the MFA.Physical RequirementsStand, walk, bend, and reach above the shoulder for long periods of time in a clinical setting.Must be able to occasionally lift or carry and frequently push or pull up to 100 lbs. as part of the roleRegularly exposed to healthcare settings that may require personal protective equipmentRequires manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipmentSupervision ReceivedAdministrative supervision is received from a registered nurse. Functional supervision is received on a case-by-case basis from the attending physician or registered nurse.Supervision ExercisedNoneAbout GW MFAMFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH) which is separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals.The GW MFA's leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach. Equal Opportunity EmployerProtected VeteransIndividuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Created: 2025-03-05