Orthopaedic Technician - FT - Noncertified - Orthopedics - Florence
Orthopaedic Technician – FT – Non-Certified – Orthopedics – Florence
Responsibilities:
Assists the physician in assessing the needs of patients based on data collected through history, observation, physical exam, telephone triage and analysis of diagnostic data:
Performs direct patient care, i.e. triage, assessment, procedures, treatments, patient education, discharge and follow-up instructions. Prepares patient to be seen by physician.
Works directly with Orthopedic providers in the treatment of bone and joint injuries.
Applies and removes cast, splints, braces.
Prepares medications and gives injections as ordered by the physician.
Applies splints such as OCL, MCF, and others as needed.
Assists physician with treatments and procedures as needed.
Provides for patient education appropriate to the situation such as caring for injuries, traction, adjusting crutches, walkers, and other aids.
Assist with setting of broken bones, fitting of prosthetic limbs.
Schedules testing and referral appointments for patients per physician instructions.
Consults with patient on telephone calls whether addressing the problem or referring the call to the physician.
Performs follow-up calls to patients as necessary.
Performs other duties necessary in providing high quality patient care:
Cleans and straightens examination rooms between patients according to OSHA standards.
Keeps all necessary instruments clean and in examination rooms.
Sets up and maintains equipment and immediately notifies the physician office manager or appropriate personnel of any malfunction.
Maintains medical supply inventory, checks expiration dates on drugs and vaccines and disposes of outdated medications. Orders all medical supplies and assists drug representatives as needed.
Develops and maintains a working knowledge of all equipment needed to perform duties.
Possesses skills and abilities required in a multifaceted environment in addition to those relating to nursing:
Promotes a climate conducive to learning through encouragement of co-worker’s formal and informal continuing education.
Actively participates in departmental QA projects. Promotes the practice mission and philosophy.
Promotes the practice by projecting a positive image.
Demonstrates a willingness to perform the duties of other department personnel when workload requires.
Qualifications:
Medical terminology knowledge required.
- Computer skills required.
Requirements:
Degrees:
High School/Ged