Job Description

Description
Job Summary
Performs surgical and non-surgical orthopedic procedures under the direction of the Leader or Physician.
Minimum Job Requirements
Previous work experience in a hospital , clinic, or medical office providing direct orthopedic technology care to patients (OR) completion of Technical Orthopedic Technologist program.
Qualifications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Applies, adjusts, and removes all common orthopedic devices.
Assists physicians and performs patient care activities as scheduled or as needed.
Cleans equipment after each use and maintains a safe and clean work environment.
Completes assigned patients rounds in a timely manner.
Completes program-related documentation according to departmental guidelines.
Apply, modify, and remove upper and lower extremity casts.
Exhibits aseptic techniques in dressing change, removal of sutures or staples, and setting up surgical fields and functional application of skin and skeletal traction.
Enters charges, required patient information, and other data into the computer in an accurate and timely manner according to departmental guidelines.
Establishes and maintains effective communication and reporting relationships with the Chief Orthopedic Technologist.
Interprets, with guidance and supervision, simple fractures and dislocations on x-ray films.
Performs in an operating room environment under the direct supervision of a surgeon.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Certified by NAOT or eligible for certification highly preferred.
CPR: HeartSaver highly preferred.
Completed orthopedic technologist training preferred.
Ability to apply casts with appropriate molding as per standard protocol or as directed by Practitioner.
Ability to apply the following: clubfoot cast, shoulder spica, hip spica, etc.
Ability to apply/set up skeletal/skin traction.
Ability to organize and prioritize routines to maximize effectiveness and efficiency.
Ability to problem solves to adapt standard procedures to the individual client's needs.
Interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions.
Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Knowledge of cast wedging as directed by practitioner.
(EOE DFW)
2/9/16
Job
Support
Primary Location :
Florida-Ft. Lauderdale-Ft. Lauderdale-Davie
Department
NCPS-DAVIE CENTER-3100-416001
Job Status
:Full Time

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement,

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