Orthopedic Technician

Job Title: Orthopedic Tech
Location: Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Shift: Day 5x8-Hour (08:30 - 17:30)
Contract: 13 weeks

Pay Range: $29/hr to $31/hr

**This position is primarily casting, cast care, and in office procedure set up***

Required Qualifications:

• OTC from NBCOT
• 2 years of outpatient experience
• Expertise in casting and cast care
• Wound care experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Autoclave experience
• Completion of an Ortho Tech program
• Understanding of medical terminology
• Experience with suture removal

Job Duties:

• Assists physician, NP or PA in assessment of signs, symptoms, analysis, treatment and care of the orthopedic patient.
• Provides education, under physician, NP or PA instruction, involving the care and plan of treatment of the orthopedic patient. (i.e proper care of cast and splints).
• Assists with application and execution of orthopedic procedures and services concerning the orthopedic patient, under physician, NP or PA direction,. Applies and removes all types of casts, splints, slings, immobilization devices and traction; Assists with reduction of fractures and dislocation. Inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment needed for orthopedic care. Assists in wound closure and removal of wound closure materials. In the event of an emergency, apply recognized first aid procedures;. Assists with aspirations; Prepare injections; Position, prep and drape patients. Applies and manages post-operative dressings on wounds following aseptic techniques. Fits various orthopedic equipment such as walkers, crutches, braces and provides patient with instruction on use and care of the products..
• Prepares patients for provider by reviewing current medications and record in medical record as needed.
• Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs and takes appropriate vital signs and record in medical record as needed.
• Performs designated diagnostic tests as directed by provider.
• Assists in follow-up scheduling needs; Answer patient calls, questions and addresses problems in timely fashion.
• Communicates all significant clinical findings to MD.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $29.00 - $31.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• As Orthopedic Tech in Outpatient setting: 2 years (Required)
• Casting and cast care: 1 year (Preferred)
• Wound care: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $29 - $31