What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthopedic Technologist (Surgical Hospital) position at University Medical Center of El Paso?
Job Summary
The Orthopedic Technician, under the direction of Licensed Healthcare Professionals, is responsible for applying, modifying, repairing, fitting and removing a wide variety of casts, splints and braces, including complex casting and orthopedic splints and devices. Casting activities include application of upper and lower extremity casts from simple to complex using a variety of materials. Arranges, assembles and adjusts traction equipment, applies and adjusts braces and splints. Ensures the proper maintenance, record keeping, and ordering of tools, equipment, stocking and ordering of supplies or other related inventory items.
Minimum Job Requirements
Work Experience
One year of related experience as an Orthopedic Tech is required.
License/Registration/Certification
CPR certification required.
Orthopaedic Technologist certification (OTC) or Registered Orthopaedic Technologist (ROT) certification is required.
Education and Training
A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Completion of an Orthopedic Technology training is required.
Skills
- 1. The ability to be placed on an on-call schedule and respond to call back requests as needed.
- 2. Highly effective communication skills.
- 3. Demonstrated computer experience, including a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- 4. Ability to document EMR.
- 5. Knowledge of orthopedic devices and their usage, fracture casting techniques.
- 6. Ability to work with high tolerance to an acute care setting.
- 7. Ability to work as a team member.
- 8. Self-motivated, but open to instruction and new ideas.
- 9. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
