Orthopaedic Technician

Overview

The Orthopaedic Technician is a paramedically trained member of the orthopaedic team who works with all health care professionals in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities concerning all surgical and non-surgical procedures.

Job Description

• 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.) in the clinic and in the O.R.(as needed)
• Demonstrate the proper application techniques in casting, splinting and traction.
• Application of specialty specific Durable Medical Equipment (DME).
• Remove sutures, staples, and bone pins.
• Change dressing and care for wounds.
• Document procedures adequately in EPIC.
• Document proper billing for services rendered.
• Maintain adequate supplies in designated areas.
• Assist with inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.
• Assist with the evaluation and ordering of orthopedic supplies.
• Provide patient care and education in a variety of orthopedic subjects to patients and their families.
• Perform general patient care responsibilities including checking schedules and organizing patient flow; recording patient blood pressure, height, weight; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, collecting specimens, phlebotomy, assisting physicians/nurses; preparing patient for examination and treatment; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls and providing pertinent information.
• Fulfill clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include: sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms and requisitions as needed.
• Organize medical records, including lab results, progress notes, etc. to ensure provider has all of the necessary information available during the patient's encounter.
• Instruct patient in basic testing requirements.
• Fulfill environmental responsibilities as assigned which may include: setting up instruments and equipment according to protocol; cleaning exam /procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; restocking exam / procedures rooms.
• Adhere to and employs appropriate sterile techniques and universal precautions guidelines.
• Report patient safety issues to the practice manager in a timely manner.
• Assist with data collection for quality improvement activities.
• Participate actively in quality improvement initiatives.
• Communicate/collaborate with physicians and staff to provide coordinated, safe and compassionate care for patients.
• Report consistent patient data in a concise and thorough manner.
• Communicate problems relating to patients and / or staff with practice manager quickly.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Current CPR certification
• At least two (2) years of experience in a medical group practice or similar situation
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word and Outlook)
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with both internal and external departmental contacts
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience with medical terminology
• All employees must pass an employment TB, drug and physical exam

Desired Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of experience in a pediatric medical office
• Graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants; Certified Medical Assistant; Emergency Medical Technician
• NBCOT certification
• Proficient in English and Spanish, verbal and written communication skills

Physical Demands of Position

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk and talk or hear; and type on a keyboard.

He/she may be required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and climb or balance.

The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near vision, and distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

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