Orthopaedic Technologist
Elliot Hospital · Orthopaedic Surgery
185 Queen City Ave, Manchester, NH
Allied Health / Clinical
7:30A-4:00P, Days
Req # 312629
POSITION SUMMARY
Orthopaedic Surgery, 7:30am- 4:00, 40 hours per week
- The Orthopedic Technologist is a trained member of the orthopedic team who works with all health care professionals in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities concerning surgical and non-surgical procedures.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES
- In conformance with the medical staff’s written orders, provides direct and indirect individualized skilled technical orthopedic care to patients by applying, adjusting, maintaining, and removing specified orthopedic equipment, devices, and appliances.
- Instructs patients and their families regarding utilization of orthopaedic equipment, devices and appliances.
- Directly assists medical staff in the orthopaedic room, inpatient units and/or operating room.
- Accepts telephone orders from the appropriate physician within the scope of his/her responsibility and in adherence to Elliot Hospital policies and procedures. Accepts verbal order only in emergency situations.
- Applies fracture braces on the written order of the physician.
- Assists in daily functions of the office including but not limited to: exam room turnover, data entry, appointment scheduling and insurance per-certifications.
- Works effectively with the medical staff, office staff, and administration. Supports a team approach to patient care, working directly with patients and families and maintains a cooperative working relationship interdepartmentally.
- Serves as liaison between patient, physician, and family.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in education offerings.
- Maintains correspondence with outside agencies in regard to orthopedics
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Ability to establish and maintain communications and positive working relationships within the department and with other hospital departments.
- Ability to proceed along following standard practices for routine procedures. Questions or problems are referred to supervisor.
- Excellent communication skills.
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE/ LICENSURE
- Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a formal Orthopedic training program required or equivalent certification (ASOP) must be obtained within 3 months.
- Experience: Previous clinical experience preferred.
- Certification/ Licensure: National Board of Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists or registered by the American Society of Orthopaedic Professionals preferred.
- Software/ Hardware:
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, day shift