Orthopedic Technician

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a skilled Orthopedic Tech to join our team. As an Orthopedic Tech, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality patient care and ensuring the safe and effective use of immobilization materials and devices.

• Apply immobilization materials and devices to patients according to physician and/or nursing orders and specifications.
• Prepare, apply, and remove casts, set up traction equipment, and perform other related treatment modalities.
• Evaluate and adjust sizes, materials, and/or equipment settings as necessary to meet specific patient needs and treatment objectives.
• Explain procedures and provide instruction on care and use of immobilization supplies and equipment to patients, families, and/or caregivers.
• Establish supportive relationships with patients and families, identifying specific needs and incorporating into patient care as appropriate.
• Maintain equipment and supply inventory within assigned work area.
• Perform routine equipment cleaning and maintenance and report items in need of repair.
• Order and restock standard supplies according to established par levels.
• Assist supervisor in monitoring expenses and compiling related information for budget preparation.
• Monitor and maintain daily operations of assigned work area.
• Monitor work volume and patient flow, organizing and prioritizing workload to meet established schedules and patient care requirements.

Maintain communication with physicians, nursing staff, and other health care providers in order to determine daily priorities, resolve problems, and discuss and review specific patient treatments and other related matters.

Perform patient care activities related to specific needs of assigned unit/service.

Maintain knowledge of current occupational methods, practices, and techniques through participation in professional organizations and attendance at in-service and continuing education programs.

Participate in orientation of new staff and provide instruction on patient immobilization issues and techniques as requested.

Maintain safety of work environment.

• 6 months experience in a medical field/environment or as a military medic. Higher educational degree/training may substitute for experience.
• One year of Orthopedic Tech preferred.
• HS Diploma or GED

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes.

Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

Boston Children's Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).

Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.