Ortho Technician

Job Summary

An Orthopedic Technician plays a vital role in supporting orthopedic surgeons who specialize in treating and operating on the skeletal system.

This position involves assisting with patient care, paperwork, and other administrative tasks. It requires maintaining high standards of excellence and adhering to core values such as cooperative teamwork and patient-centered care.

Main Responsibilities:

• Apply and remove dressings, sutures/staples, casts, and splints.
• Assist physicians with back-office duties like rooming patients, taking vital signs, and assisting with minor procedures.
• Follow prescription refill protocols.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform basic triage according to office protocols.
• Recognize and respond to urgent/emergent situations.
• Keep work areas, exam rooms, supplies, medications, and immunizations organized.
• Complete associated clerical tasks like scheduling, filing, and recalls.
• Collaborate with team members across departments.
• Document work processes as needed.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Medical Assistant with at least one year of experience in an orthopedic setting.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Washington State Medical Assistant Certification.
• Certification by the National Association of Orthopedic Technicians.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Essential Skills and Abilities:

• Remain calm in stressful situations and think critically in emergencies.
• Proficiency in computer systems to efficiently use hospital documentation software.
• Ability to think independently and function autonomously.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Able to establish and maintain positive relationships with colleagues.
• Willingness to follow directions and delegations from medical and nursing staff.