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Job Title: Certified Orthopedic TechnicianDepartment: Orthopedics at RGHLocation: RGH Professional Office buildingHours Per Week: 40 hoursSchedule: Monday- Friday, Days | 8:00am - 4:30pm

SUMMARY

The Orthopedic Technician Certified or Athletic Trainer Certified will work under general direction and with latitude for independent judgment. Contributes to department activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system at the outpatient orthopedic level, works as a team member and assists other staff members with implementing patient care.

RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Performs application and removal of dressings, casts, sutures, staples and splints in an orthopedic clinic environment

+ Apply and remove fiberglass and plaster casts and splints application of disposable medical equipment

+ Provides instruction to nursing and support personnel in principles of casting and maintenance of casting equipment

+ Maintenance of inventory in cast room

+ Dispenses and performs brace fitting for patients.

+ Performs rooming and care of the orthopedic patient (vital signs/patient rooming requirements, eRecord screening, room turnover, provider procedure support).

+ Ensures accurate and timely documentation in the EMR.

+ Assumes responsibility of care for assigned patients under the direction of the MD/PA/NP.

+ Participates in patient education as outlined in the plan of care.

+ Assists in the identification of patient and family needs.

+ Participates in plan of care for patients.

+ Implements appropriate clinical interventions, and contributes to patient/family education through collection of data, interdisciplinary team collaboration, documentation, and excellent communication.

+ Identifies basic age specific, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

+ Clearly communicates patient’s needs to appropriate members of the care team.

+ Recognizes obvious changes in patient status seeking appropriate resources to address concerns.

+ May train and coordinate activities of peer and support staff.

+ Carries out other clinical duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICTIONS:

+ Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, or Bachelor's in a related field with internship route certification in Athletic Training.

+ Certification as an Athletic Trainer by the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) and New York State licensure as an athletic trainer.

+ Current Orthopedic Technician certification through National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (NBCOT.)

+ CPR certification required

PREFFERED QUALIFICTIONS:

+ Master's in same or related field preferred.

+ Efficient in using standard medical examination room equipment and instruments, such as but not limited to: cast saw, casting supplies, bracing supplies, ultrasound equipment and a variety of surgical/specialty instrumentation

+ Knowledge of standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, etc.,

+ Proficient in using computerized health information management systems.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$19.75 - $27.50

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employee and/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.