Orthopedic Technician - Part-Time

Orthopedic Technician, OPA Lake Otis – Anchorage, Part‑Time

Schedule:

Sunday 11:00am – 6:00pm;
Monday – Wednesday 8:00am – 4:30pm.

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska (OPA) seeks a highly skilled, dedicated and professional Orthopedic Technician to join our rapidly growing and dynamic team.

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Orthopedic technicians collaborate closely with physicians to apply and remove plaster and synthetic casts, as well as fabricate splints and semi‑custom thermoplastic braces. They assist patients with mobility aids such as canes and crutches, ensuring proper fit and adjustment. Additionally, they educate patients on treatment risks following wound care, casting, splinting, or the use of durable medical equipment (DME).

• Follows the organization’s standards for ethical business conduct.
• Highly motivated and works well in a team environment.
• Conducts themselves as a productive team member and positive role model.

• Performs splinting, casting, and application of simple traction, braces and other devices under the direction of an orthopedic physician or physician assistant.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice of an orthopedic technologist and specific training, assisting orthopedic physician with dressing changes, suture and pin removal, incision and drainage, reducing fractures, etc.
• Educates patients and staff regarding proper care and use of orthopedic appliances.
• Documents the care administered.
• Monitors and orders all casting, clinical, DME, and patient supplies including instruments.
• Cleans, autoclaves and properly packages surgical instruments.
• Orients and provides on‑the‑job training in casting and splinting to resident physicians and staff.

• Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures.
• Knowledge of specific task assistance related to medical practice.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and orthopedic supplies.

• Skill in diplomacy and tact in interpersonal interactions.
• Ability to effectively share information with patients and families.
• Skilled in the application of casting, splinting, and veritable orthopedic appliances.

• Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
• Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
• Ability to plan, prioritize and complete delegated tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion with others.

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).

Medical Assistant or Orthopedic Technology certificate or related associate’s degree.

Non‑exempt.

• Synergy:
  Through collaboration & continuous improvement.
• Empathy:
  Through compassion & patient‑centered care.
• Integrity:
  Through trust & ethical accountability.
• Optimization:
  Through operational efficiency.

Health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing, as well as paid time off.

The mission of Ortho Alaska, Orthopedic Physicians Alaska division is to provide the finest orthopedic surgery and musculoskeletal care in North America through quality, patient‑centered care. Each of our physicians and surgeons works in concert with a certified orthopedic surgical physician assistant and other staff to provide patients an individualized care‑team experience. Currently, we have offices in Anchorage, Wasilla, and Eagle River.

Employees enjoy opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment and exposure to a full range of orthopedic care with orthopedic, injury walk‑in, and rheumatology clinics, an imaging center, athletic training and physical, occupational and massage therapy.

Ortho Alaska is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, pregnancy, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories.