What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthopedic Tech - Colonial Orthopedics - Day position at Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems?
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Required:
BLS Certification Required
Licensure, Certification, or Registration preferred:
Current/active OTC certification.
Experience REQUIRED: N/A
Experience PREFERRED:
Previous experience in the outpatient clinical setting
Education/training REQUIRED:
High school diploma or GED required
Education/training PREFERRED:N/A
Independent action(s) required:
Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner in providing patient care related to casts, splints and wound care all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.
Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor regarding time/schedule changes, legal issues, direct care which deviates from standard and identifying educational resources to meet developmental needs.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):N/A
Additional position requirements:
Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.
Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.
Age Specific groups served:All
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting greater than 100 lbs.
Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change
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