Orthopedic Tech

Job Summary

Performs surgical and non‑surgical orthopedic procedures under the direction of the Leader or Physician.

• Previous work experience in a hospital, clinic, or medical office providing direct orthopedic technology care to patients (OR) completion of Technical Orthopedic Technologist program.

• Applies, adjusts, and removes all common orthopedic devices.
• Assists physicians and performs patient care activities as scheduled or as needed.
• Cleans equipment after each use and maintains a safe and clean work environment.
• Completes assigned patients rounds in a timely manner.
• Completes program‑related documentation according to departmental guidelines.
• Apply, modify, and remove upper and lower extremity casts.
• Exhibits aseptic techniques in dressing change, removal of sutures or staples, and setting up surgical fields and functional application of skin and skeletal traction.
• Enters charges, required patient information, and other data into the computer in an accurate and timely manner according to departmental guidelines.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication and reporting relationships with the Chief Orthopedic Technologist.
• Interprets, with guidance and supervision, simple fractures and dislocations on x‑ray films.
• Performs in an operating room environment under the direct supervision of a surgeon.

• Certified by NAOT or eligible for certification highly preferred.
• CPR:
  Heart Saver highly preferred.
• Completed orthopedic technologist training preferred.
• Ability to apply casts with appropriate molding as per standard protocol or as directed by Practitioner.
• Ability to apply the following: clubfoot cast, shoulder spica, hip spica, etc.
• Ability to apply/set up skeletal/skin traction.
• Ability to organize and prioritize routines to maximize effectiveness and efficiency.
• Ability to problem solves to adapt standard procedures to the individual client's needs.
• Interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions.
• Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co‑workers.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Knowledge of cast wedging as directed by practitioner.

(EOE DFW)