ORTHOPAEDIC TECH | FULL TIME

Job Description

Job Description

Job Duties:

• Prepares clinic and casting rooms prior to patient arrival.

• Receives patients from the waiting area and escorts them to exam rooms or radiology as appropriate.

• Obtains and documents patient medical history, physical data, and vital signs in the electronic medical record (EMR).

• Updates patient status accurately within the EMR system.

• Collaborates with providers to support the evaluation and management of acute and chronic orthopedic conditions.

• Interprets and integrates clinical data to assist in determining appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

• Orders and facilitates appropriate diagnostic imaging, including x-rays, as directed by providers.

• Prepares medications and injections as ordered by the provider.

• Assists physicians with in-office procedures, including joint and fluid aspirations, minor laceration suturing, fracture reductions, and post-reduction casting or splinting.

• Applies and removes casts and splints, performs minor wound care, and fits durable medical equipment (DME) as ordered by the provider.

• Educates patients and family members on medications, treatment plans, and at-home care instructions.

• Informs patients of down payment and total cost amounts for DME based on insurance coverage and completes required documentation.

• Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date patient records and clinical documentation.

• Triages patient phone calls and provides appropriate clinical guidance within scope.

• Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.

• Ensures exam and casting rooms remain clean, organized, and properly stocked.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Hours: 7:30am ~ 5:00pm Monday through Friday