Orthopedic Technician - ECC Minor

Description

Summary:

Responsible for applying and removing plaster or fiberglass casts on patients with fractures, sprains or torn muscles; maintaining cast working area; assisting the supervising physician or nurse as needed; and assisting with surgical procedures and with admitting and screening patients.

Responsibilities:

• Applying and removing and/or assisting with casts, splints and dressings as ordered by the physician.
• Removing staples, sutures, external fixation devices as ordered by the physician.
• Collecting or assisting with the collection of specimens, including venipuncture, C & S. Prepare specimens for processing as directed by physician.
• Assisting physician with procedures as needed.
• Preparing and fitting orthotics.
• Instructing patients regarding care of casts, splints, dressings, etc.
• Sterilizing instruments as needed.
• Transport/transfer patients when required.
• Follows the CHRISTUS guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Uses oral and written communication skills to effectively convey ideas in a clear, positive manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission.
• Maintains established CHRISTUS policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control.
• Implements job responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with the CHRISTUS Mission and Code of Ethics and supportive of CHRISTUS cultural diversity objectives.
• Supports and adheres to Service Guarantee.
• Performs other related work as required. 

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High school diploma, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of standard sterile techniques and principles/methods used in preparing, applying and removing casts
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with staff and patients, and work productively and independently with minimal supervision
• Experience working in a fast-paced clinic with a diverse population
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes
• Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred
• Pediatric experience, preferred

Experience

• 2 years of experience in a hospital, institution, nursing home or private practice setting which has included direct basic patient care

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Orthopedic Technologist certification, preferred
• CPR certification

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time