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Orthopedic TechnologistPosition functions as an assistant to physician's and staff in the application, maintenance, and removal of splints, casts, traction and other orthopaedic medical devices; also monitors and orders casting and other medical appliances, including instruments; clean instruments and cast rooms as per Environmental Health and Safety regulations; assists with orthopedic technician training and scheduling of personnel.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Performs splinting, casting and application of traction under the direction of an orthopedic physician or resident.Apply, adjust, measure and educate patients on medical appliances and equipment.Remove casts with care.Performs direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice of an orthopedic technologist, i.e. assisting with dressing changes, suture and staple removal, etc.Documents the care administered into electronic medical records.Orders and maintains all clinical supplies.Maintains a professional demeanor and strict confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations.Obtains x-rays, prepares exam rooms and monitors physician schedules as necessary.Assists the Medical Assistants in clinical areas, by preparing charts, x-rays and exam rooms when necessary.Adjusts canes, walkers, crutches and provides ambulation instructions.Performs follow-up patient calls when-needed.Performs pre-surgical education on some medical appliances and equipment.Assist in the training of other orthopedic technicians.Assist with coordinating schedules to support the clinic and patient care.Responsible for entering medical equipment appointments.Reviews clinic paperwork for accuracy.Performs other tasks as assigned.Working Conditions:Clinical office setting with some pressure caused by adherence to patient/physician scheduleMay have to travel between officesLifting patients and equipment is a regular part of the jobAt times, this position will assist with supervision when team leader or supervisor is absentThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.Required Qualifications:Education:High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.Certifications /Professional Licenses :Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red CrossWork Experience:No specific work experience is required for this position.Skills:Not ApplicableDriver's License:A driver's license is not required for this position.More About This Job:Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).Preferred Qualifications:Related work experience or training as an Orthopedic Technologist, Medical Assistant, Cast Technician or Certified Athletic Trainer.Grade: C06-HSalary Range: $17.89 - $26.35 / Hourly
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chesterfield, MO, 63005, US
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