Orthopedic Technician

Location: METROHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
Biweekly Hours: 64.00
Shift: Days, variable start times M-F

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well‑being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County’s safety‑net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Summary

Supports the physician in treating fractures by applying casts, splints, braces, orthotic devices and setting up traction equipment for patients in the cast room, operating room, outpatient clinics, and divisions. Assists with various orthopedic surgical procedures. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or passage of a high school equivalency exam.
• Possesses previous experience as a cast technician or in a related position in the operating room or military.
• Two years’ full‑time experience as an Orthopedic technician that includes casting and traction.
• Basic knowledge of math.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively with patients and their families, physicians, and co‑workers.
• Ability to apply all types and complexities of casts/traction and perform all phases of work independently.
• Reliable transportation to travel to satellite locations.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of cultural, ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Evidence of professional continuing education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as an orthopedic technician in a hospital setting.
• Completion of a formal training program in Orthopedic Technology, Athletic Training, Sports Medicine, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or equivalent military training.
• Certified as an Orthopedic Technician by an approved issuing body or obtain certification within 1 year of employment.
• BLS Certification from the AHA or obtain within 90 days.
• Knowledge of human anatomy sufficient to perform duties of the job.
• Ability to solve problems and perform all phases of work independently.

Physical Demands

• May sit, stand, stoop, bend, and ambulate intermittently during the day.
• May need to sit or stand for extended periods.
• See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• Ability to push/pull 350 pounds.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds.
• Ability to lift and transfer patients.
• Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids.
• Requires some exposure to chemicals.
• Requires full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity, and eye‑hand coordination.