Orthopedic Technician

Orthopedic Technician

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

The purpose of this job is to apply and remove all types of casts and splints. Typically a person in this position will have at least two (2) years of experience in the care of the orthopedic patient. It is preferred that they are certified by the National Board of Certification for Orthopedic Technologists (NBOCT). This person works independently without supervision and may be required to provide call coverage.

Responsibilities:

• Articulates descriptions of orthopedic conditions to patients and their families based on the understanding of anatomical structures and their relationships with one another.
• Applies, adjusts and removes all common orthopedic devices, using a manual or standard practice as a guideline.
• Performs basic casting, including the application of SPICA casts.
• Knowledge of theory and application of skin or skeletal traction.
• Properly applies aseptic techniques in dressing changes, removes sutures or staples and sets up a sterile surgical field.
• Interprets simple fractures and dislocations on X-ray films.
• Must perform in an operating room environment as a first and second assistant or scrub technician under the direct supervision of a surgeon.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with providers, clinic staff, patients and families.

How You'll Be Successful:

Work Experience:

• At least 2 years full-time work experience in a hospital, clinic, office or as an independent contractor working directly in the care of orthopedic patients preferred

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements Upon Hire required
• National Board of Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (NBCOT) - within 2 years of date of hire preferred

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We'll Care for You:

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.