Orthopaedic Tech (Temp)
Core
Performs casting, splinting, dressing changes, and patient care support in an outpatient orthopaedic clinic.
Role type
Orthopaedic Technician (Clinical Support)
Builds
Patient care services and diagnostic support for orthopaedic patients
Domain
Healthcare / Orthopaedics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Casting and splinting, DME application, vital signs monitoring, specimen collection, medication administration under supervision, patient registration, inventory management
Preferred skills
Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant training, 2 years of nursing assistant experience
Responsibilities
Apply casts and splints, administer prescribed medication under supervision, obtain and document patient vitals, collect and process patient specimens, assist providers with patient examinations, maintain medical records and inventory, schedule appointments, act as chaperone during examinations