Cone Health
Orthopedic Technician
4 days agoWhat's your preference?
Job Description
- Req#: 34642
Overview
The Orthopedic Technician assists with the fabrication of splints/casting for various orthopedic injuries, and application of prefab braces for the back, upper, and lower extremities. This position also involves setup, adjustment, and education on medical equipment like crutches as well as providing application of traction devices, CPMs, and overhead frames. Working under direct supervision, this role assists the physicians with recovery and treatment for orthopedic injuries.Responsibilities
Assists with applying and removing casts, splints, and other orthopedic appliances in accordance with the physician's instructions.Helps adjust pre-fab braces for the back, upper extremity, and lower extremity with education to patients and staff on wearing and fit. Adjusts and educates patient and families on proper use of crutches.Helps assist ortho/emergency physicians with reductions by stabilizing the patient while MD performs procedure and post procedure applies splint and/or sling as needed.Documents all services performed completely and accurately within the patient's medical chart.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications
EDUCATION:Required: High School Diploma or equivalent EXPERIENCE: LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:Required: BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare ProviderAbout the company
Cone Health is a not-for-profit network of healthcare providers serving people in Guilford, Forsyth, Rockingham, Alamance and Randolph counties.
Notice
Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.
Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.
An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report. NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at aedt@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.