Orthopedic Technician

Orthopedic TechnicianProvides orthopedic support services to patients and outpatients. Supports orthopedic surgeons in clinical, surgical, and other patient care responsibilities. Oversees performance of Orthopedic Technician 1. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.Experience:1 year of experience in orthopedic cast technical skillsPreferred Qualifications:6 months of clinical experienceExperience in pediatricsExperience in supervisionEducation:High school diploma or equivalentCertification Summary:Must have ONE of the following: National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) through American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP), or associate's degree or certificate from a NAOT Recognized School and ProgramBasic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment or prior to first day in department if working in an Emergency DepartmentKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Familiarity with all orthopedic instrumentation, equipment, hardware, and proceduresKnowledge of basic aseptic technique and ability to do basic casting, splinting, and hardware maintenanceJob Responsibilities:Provides assistance to all orthopedic service staff members.Perform patient intake process including height/weight, vital signs, and intake questionnaires.Remove splint/cast, as needed, for x-ray.Apply splints/casts as ordered by provider/athletic trainer.Remove splints/casts at end of treatment, as ordered.Applies and maintains traction and other patient hardware systems.Works with patients and families on all aspects of care.Provides excellent service routinely in interactions with all customers, e.g., coworkers, patients, visitors, physicians, and volunteers.Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.Assists with managerial aspects of orthopedic cost center.Precepts and trains Orthopedic Tech I in acquiring skills for job performance.Scrubs on identified orthopedic cases.Reports mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents, or other safety issues to supervisor or compliance office immediately.Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, including N = Neonate (less than 30 days), I = Infant (30 days to 1 year), EC = Early Childhood (1-5 years), LC = Late Childhood (5-13 years), A = Adolescent (13-17 years), AD = Adult, and ALL = all ages.Participates in maintaining and monitoring work environment to ensure a continual state of Joint Commission readiness.Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.Primary Location Address: 250 Martin Luther King BlvdJob Family: Rehab