Surgical Tech - Certified Surg Tech

Surgical Tech - Certified Surg Tech Profession: Orthopedic Technician Specialty: Orthopedic Clinic Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Experience: 2 years License: N/A Certifications: Certification as an Orthopedic Technician/Technologist required Must-Have: High School Diploma or GED required Description:Applies and adjusts splints, casts, braces, etc. using tools and instruments such as cast cutters, spreaders, bending irons, zimmer frames, traction cart, fracture table, stryker frames, etc.Fabrices casts using special materials such as plaster of Paris, fiberglass resin, polyethylene, cotton, and stockinet.Sets traction units and/or regulates special orthopedic devices as directed by the physician or resident.Removes sutures and staples.Adjusts medical equipment, i.e., crutches, walkers, etc.Maintains orthopedic supply and equipment inventory.Stocks the assigned area and maintains the orthopedic traction cart.Reviews inventory to ensure appropriate and state-of-the-art equipment is available to all patient populations.Performs related duties as required or assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr