Orthopedic Technologist II
1 week ago
Under administrative supervision by the Department Administrator and under direct clinical supervision by the department physicians and advanced practice providers, assists the physician/provider with all routine and advanced orthopedic and orthopedic surgical procedures.
Provides written instructions for patients in the use of various orthopedic devices and sets up and maintains supplies and equipment; may provide direction to the Orthopedic Technician I or the Junior Ortho Tech.
Essential Responsibilities:
Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Assists the physician with all routine and advanced orthopedic and orthopedic surgical procedures.
May instruct the work of Orthopedic Technicians I and trainees in the application of casts, traction set-ups, Operating Room procedures and other procedures and techniques to patients of the age group served.
The following is a non-exhaustive list of functions in the Medical Office or Hospital Setting:
May apply casts, splints, traction or other orthopedic devices to the extent that this is a technical function that does not involve choosing the appropriate treatment.
Remove casts, splints and orthopedic devices
Prepare the patient for procedures
Set up instruments and equipment for procedures
Apply and remove bandages and dressings that does not involve debridement
Provide written instructions to patients regarding proper cast care and use of crutches and devices
Remove sutures or staples from superficial incisions after sutures/staples have been assessed for removal by a provider.
Assist patients in ambulation and transfers
Collect and record patient data including height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure, and basic information about the presenting and previous condition(s)
Record patient care services provided in the medical record
Operating Room:
As a surgical assistant, an orthopedic technician may perform the following functions that are delegated and directed by a physician, if the orthopedic technician has demonstrated competence to do so.
Assist with preparation and draping of the patientCut sutures
Tie sutures (above fascia-not on deep tissue)
Advance (but not insert) pins or screws in previously drilled holes (a technical function)
Apply and hold graspers on tissue during endoscopic surgery
Retract tissue
Tap and mallet on instruments held by a surgeon (mechanical task)
Suction blood or other fluids from the operative field.
Sponge the operative field
When provider is holding instruments, apply electrocautery through instruments to vessels (but not directly to vessels)
Assist in cleaning wounds and applying dressing
Assist in managing and maintaining the integrity of drains and devices attached to patient
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Two (2) years experience as an Orthopedic Technician within the last three (3) years.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to utilize principles, practices, and techniques of basic human anatomy, types of fractures, orthopedic equipment, and use of cast & splints.
Ability to demonstrate and utilize knowledge of surgical orthopedic and sterile techniques.
Under direct supervision, the ability to work and assist in the Operating Room.
Customer service skills
Education
High School diploma or equivalent; Graduate of an accredited Orthopedic Technician program or equivalent training in the military or two (2) years of full time experience as an Orthopedic Technician.
Orthopedic Technologist Certificate from National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists
Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications:
Two years OR experience preferred within the last 3 years.
Notes:
Required to be in rotating monthly call.
COMPANY:
KAISER
TITLE:
Orthopedic Technologist
II
LOCATION:
Los Angeles, California
REQNUMBER:
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.
Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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