ORTHOPEDIC TECH Job in Salem, Oregon US

ORTHOPEDIC TECH

Provide technical support to the Emergency and Orthopedic Departments, and inpatient nursing in the application of casts, orthopedic appliances and traction equipment. Assists providers with orthopedic procedures and other tasks associated with client care. Provides information to clients and staff regarding application and care of orthopedic equipment and casts. Essential Functions: - Provide technical support to providers in the care of patients with orthopedic problems. - Through proper application, adjustment, repair and removal of all types of casts, splints and soft appliances. - In accordance with established procedures and under direction of M.D. or P.A. - Provide technical support and assistance to providers during orthopedic procedures and post-operatively. - Through proper application of casts, assisting with supplies and equipment, proper positioning of patients and transfer of patients to X-ray for films. - Under direction of M.D. or P.A. - Provide assistance and technical support to Emergency Department MD's and RN's in treatment and care of ED clients, providing wound care, transporting clients, assisting with clerical duties, and assisting with other procedures and tasks under direction and supervision of MD and RN staff. - Set-up and adjust traction equipment in accordance with established procedure under direction of MD's. - 5% Provide information and instructions to clients regarding problems with casts or other orthopedic appliances under direction of MD and in accordance with departmental procedure - 5% Ensure adequate amounts of orthopedic supplies and maintain orthopedic equipment by routine ordering of supplies and coordinating repair and replacement of equipment under supervision of department manager and in accordance with departmental procedure. - Performs other duties as requested. Secondary Functions: - Handling and lifting of heavy traction equipment. - Lifting of patients and casted extremities. - Application of physical traction during reduction procedures. - Pushing of stretchers and wheelchairs. - Difficult work positions requiring bending, lifting, twisting (at times for long periods). - Frequent use of scalpel, scissors, pin cutters. - Exposure to chemicals - Isopropyl Alcohol. - Wet floors in cast room. - Frequent use of cast saw which emits vibrations to hand, wrist and arm and emits loud noise. - Objectionable of Noxious Conditions. - Dust emitted when using cast saw. - Fumes from Benzoin and Alcohol. - Assisting with violent, combative clients. - Exposure to body fluids. - Requirements for concentrated levels of sensory attention. - Performance of repetitive work for extended periods. - Performance of work requiring concentration in a distracting and noisy environment. Qualifications: Basic Qualifications: - Two years of experience in application of splints, casts and orthopedic appliances. - High school diploma or GED. - CPR certification. - Demonstrated skills in documenting patient care using medical terminology. - Demonstrated written and oral skills in communicating with other staff and providers. - Working knowledge of casting and splinting techniques. - Working knowledge of application of orthopedic appliances. - Basic knowledge of medical terminology. - Basic knowledge of fracture management. - Basic knowledge of good oral and written communication skills. - Basic knowledge of proper body mechanics. - Ability to lift patients and equipment. - Application of basic casts and splints and orthopedic appliances. - Ability to identify and evaluate problems with casts, splints and orthopedic appliances. - Ability to identify problems with circulation and skin integrity related to use of orthopedic treatments and modalities and refer to appropriate provider. - Ability to apply basic knowledge of fracture management to patient care. - Ability to use proper techniques of body mechanics in application of casts and splints and performance of other job duties. Preferred Qualifications: - One year of experience in an inpatient setting. - EMT or Medical Corpsmen experience or one year of CNA/Medical Assistant experience. - EMT, or Medical Corpsmen, or CNA/Medical Assistant Cert - Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology. - Basic knowledge of care of patients with minor trauma injuries, minor patient care procedure. - Basic knowledge of medical documentation. - Working knowledge of traction application. - Demonstrated skills in patient care including vital signs, minor wound care and dressing, lifting and turning of patients. - Demonstrated written communication skills. - Demonstrated skills identifying major bones and joints. - Familiarity with traction equipment, set-up and application. Salary Range: $21.50 - $27.09