Orthopedic Technician
Core
Provides administrative and patient care support for orthopedic patients, including applying/removing casts, splints, braces, and instructing patients on mobility aids.
Role type
Orthopedic Technician
Builds
Patient care services and administrative access to orthopedic clinic services
Domain
Healthcare / Orthopedics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cast and splint application/removal, Patient instruction on mobility aids, Medical terminology interpretation, Patient registration and scheduling, Data entry, Lifting up to 50 pounds
Preferred skills
Cast and traction setup experience
Technologies
Computerized data systems
Responsibilities
Apply and remove casts, splints, and braces; Instruct patients on crutches and tractions; Gather patient information for registration; Schedule appointments and verify demographics; Assist in patient access facilitation
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC