Orthopedic Technician

Position Description:

Schedule: Monday-Friday Day Shift

Location: UAB Highlands

Benefits include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.

The Orthopaedic technician is responsible for working under the supervision of an RN, Practitioner and/or Physician in the treatment of bone and joint injuries in an ambulatory clinic setting. The incumbent must possess the clinical skills in the application and removal of casts, splints, braces and other essential DME products, including the effective and safe use of equipment required to perform such duties. The Orthopaedic Technician must demonstrate competency in caring for and educating patients on wound care, appropriate use and care of assistive devices or aids. The Orthopaedic Technician must be able to perform many tasks independently, adequately document in the patients electronic record while ensuring measures are taken to protect patient confidential information.

Position Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required: High school diploma or equivalent required. One year of experience in an orthopaedic clinic required.

Preferred: Experience with DME and casting for all extremities

LICENSE, CERTIFICATION AND/OR REGISTRATION:

Required:

Certification within twelve (12) months of hire by either:

* National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists (NBCOT)

OR

* American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP)

Current CPR/BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire

TRAITS & SKILLS: Must be self-directed / self-motivated; must have good communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to: (1) perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure; (2) accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of an one's own work; (3) work independently; (4) recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality; (5) convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief; (6) relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation; (7) communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background; (8) exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment; (9) perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations; (10) demonstrate the quality work ethic of doing the right thing the right way; and (11) maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customer's perceived needs.

UA Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) is proud to be an AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled employer.