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42251BR

Extended Job Title:

Orthopaedic Assistant

Org Level 1:

Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso

Position Description:

Employees in this classification serve as a member of the orthopedic team in the operating room and clinic. The chief function is to apply and remove plaster casts and to instruct patients in the routine care of the casts. Employees in this classification work under the supervision of the Head Nurse and Orthopedic Surgeon. Normally do not have any delegated supervisory authority. May work non-standard hours and may be expected to lift light and heavy loads in moving patients and equipment.

Requisition ID:

42251BR

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.

+ Adhere to all TTUHSCEP policies, procedures and processes.

+ Personally demonstrate, display, and act in accordance with TTUHSCEP’s values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Actively promote and encourage staff across the institution.

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

+ 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:

+ Required knowledge in the care and maintenance of orthopedic 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

Campus:

HSC - El Paso

Department:

Clinical Operations ORTHO

Required Attachments:

Professional License or Certification, 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 website (https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan/) .

Job Group:

Skilled Technicians

Shift:

Day

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Required Qualifications:

+ A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.

+ Certification as an orthopedic specialist.

+ At least one year of experience as an orthopedic assistant under the direct supervision of a physician.

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) .