Orthopedic Tech | UF Health Jax Ortho Clinic | Full-time | Days

Orthopedic Technician

Under supervision of the Orthopedic Clinic Charge Nurse, the Technician Orthopedic is responsible for applying a wide variety of casts; applies, monitors, evaluates, and maintains various continuous passive motion equipment; sets up and maintains traction and/or suspension devices; and assists physicians in the operating room, Emergency Department, or Trauma Center. The Technician Orthopedic also maintains inventories, attends inpatient hospital rounds, and documents all procedures in a timely fashion.

Responsibilities

• Applies a variety of casts including cast braces, splints, and other orthotic devices
• Changes dressings, removes staples and/or sutures, removes external fixtures, and evaluates skin condition
• Applies, monitors, evaluates, and maintains various continuous passive motion equipment (CPM) and its proper range of motion (ROM)
• Applies hinged orthosis equipment Sets up and maintains traction and/or suspension devices
• Assists orthopedic surgeons in the operating room, Emergency Department, or Trauma Center
• Maintains inventory of orthopedic supplies and devices Maintains and cleans all equipment and the cast rooms
• Sets each type of orthosis in accordance with physician's orders

Qualifications

Required Education

• GED or High School Diploma

Necessary Skills

1. Knowledge of universal precautions, orthopedic procedures and equipment, and medical terminology.

2. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Required Licensure/Certifications:

• CPR/BLS
• Two (2) years previous experience as a patient caregiver, preferably in an orthopedic related environment. Preferred Experience: Patient caregiver in an orthopedic related environment.