Orthopedic Technician

Under direct supervision, responsible for providing casting and bracing support to orthopedic providers. Ensures best care and patient experience for all patients.

• Possess knowledge and skills in casting/splinting and providing care for fractures, sprains, congenital anomalies and surgical treatments. 
• Possess skills and abilities in assisting with procedures such as injections, wound care, nail care and dressing changes. 
• Excellent patient care service skills. 
• Ability to communicate in a courteous, pleasant and professional manner.

• Applies and adjusts plaster casts and assembles/attaches orthopedic traction equipment and devices. 
• Inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment as needed. 
• Aids in the reduction of fractures by preparing and assisting patients with the operation of appropriate equipment. 
• Assists in the treatment of sterile and infected wounds by providing sterile cleansing, cleansing open and draining wounds, and applying wound dressing.
•  Stocks supply and maintains sterilization of medical instruments and equipment. 
• Stocks/restocks examination rooms on a daily basis. Triages and inputs patient medical documentation and/or application/supply charges into appropriate systems. 
• Assists with all patients encounters and follows up as needed. 
• Performs all other duties as assigned.