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41253BR

Extended Job Title:

Orthopaedic Technician

Org Level 1:

Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Position Description:

Employees in this classification serve under the supervision of an Othopaedic Surgeon and/or Head Nurse, as a member of the Orthopaedic team in the operating room and/or clinic or hospital. The chief function is to aide the Orthopaedic surgeon in the training of resident physicians in casting, splinting, and traction techniques. May be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the orthopedic bracing and supply program throughout the practice according to regulations, policies and procedures.

Requisition ID:

41253BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

+ Employee will perform Casting, splinting, and traction skills in the operating room, hospital units and clinic.

+ Assist in performing patient care related tasks and responsibilities (day to day) as needed in the Department's outpatient clinic environment and hospital environment.

+ Employee will work as a clinical assistant team leader or team member working with a physician or other providers in patient care.

+ Performance of other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor, chair, Administrator, or Faculty member

+ Employee will participate in clinic year round Performance Improvements, Joint Commission readiness and Patient Satisfaction surveys

+ Employee will prepare patients for exams and treatments.

+ Assist physicians/nurses for various procedures and physical exams.

+ Receive and respond to patient medical telephone calls.

+ Fill out necessary referral forms for laboratory and other hospital services.

+ Remains current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this position.

+ Adhere to all policies, procedures and practices (Regents Rules, TTUS, HSECEP OPs, etc.).

+ Personally demonstrate, display and act in accordance with TTUHSC EP's Values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Serve as a Value's leader while actively promoting and encouraging staff across the institution.

+ Perform all other duties as assigned

Grant Funded?:

No

Minimum Hire Rate:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected

Pay Basis:

Hourly

Work Location:

El Paso

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Knowledge in the care and maintenance of orthopaedic surgical instruments and advanced knowledge of casting, splinting and traction techniques.

+ Ability to work closely with patients, doctors, resident physicians, nursing staff and families of patients.

+ Ability to understand and carry out prescribed clinical standards.

+ Bilingual in English and Spanish

+ At least three years of experience as an orthopedic assistant under the direct supervisionof a physician.

Campus:

HSC - El Paso

Department:

Clinical Operations ORTHO

Required Attachments:

Resume / CV, Transcript

Job Type:

Full Time

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.

Job Group:

Skilled Technicians

Shift:

Day

EEO Statement:

As an EEO/AA employer, the Texas Tech University System and its components will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications:

+ A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.

+ Completion of Orthopedic Technician training and certification program.

+ At least three years of related experience.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Navy Enlisted Classification Code:

HM

Army Military Occupational Specialty Code:

68B

Air Force Specialty Code:

4J0X2

Jeanne Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website (https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx) .