Orthopedic Technician - Children's Hospital of Richmond- Fredericksburg Ortho Clinic

Orthopedic Technician - Children's Hospital of Richmond- Fredericksburg Ortho Clinic page is loaded## Orthopedic Technician - Children's Hospital of Richmond- Fredericksburg Ortho Cliniclocations: Fredericksburg, VAtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R43048Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU combines award-winning research, education and clinical care with an uncanny understanding of what makes kids tick. Our team is a family. We work together to give every child in our growing community a chance to heal, recover and celebrate their super powers. Under the supervision of a licensed independent practitioner, the Orthopedic Tech job applies casts, splints and other DME to the Orthopedic patient population in an outpatient setting. This role provides patient/family teaching to a wide variety of patients with varying educational levels. This role also orders and maintains supplies in the cast room.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:Orthopedic Technician Certified (OTC) by the National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologist (NBCOT) preferredLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:BLS Certification required Current/active OTC certification preferredExperience REQUIRED: N/AExperience PREFERRED:Previous experience in the outpatient clinical settingEducation/training REQUIRED:High school diploma or GED requiredEducation/training PREFERRED: N/AIndependent action(s) required:Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner in providing patient care related to casts, splints and wound care all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure.Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor regarding time/schedule changes, legal issues, direct care which deviates from standard and identifying educational resources to meet developmental needs.Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/AAdditional position requirements:Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.Age Specific groups served: AllPhysical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical: Lifting greater than 100 lbs.Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substancesActivities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)Mental/Sensory: Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, changeDaysEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. #J-18808-Ljbffr