• Orthopedic Technician

    PeaceHealth (Bellingham, WA)


    Description

    **PeaceHealth is seeking a Orthopedic Technician for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $25.49 – $38.18.** The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

    Job Summary

    Responsible for applying and removing orthopedic appliances including casts, splints and braces. Educations patients on proper care and application of appliances.

    Essential Functions

    + Coordinates and schedules surgery procedures with physicians, hospital surgery scheduling, managed care, and patient.

    + Applies and removes orthopedic appliances including casts, splints, and braces.

    + Educates patient on proper care and application.

    + Evaluates patients who present problems with casts or splints. Makes appropriate modifications or adjustments.

    + May assist physician with pin removal, incision and drainage, setting fractures, joint injections, and other procedures as required and within scope.

    + Performs other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Education

    + High School Diploma Preferred: or equivalent

    Experience

    + Minimum of 2 years Preferred: Cast room experience and

    + Preferred: Knowledge of sterile technique and of orthopedic supplies

    Credentials

    + Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support and

    + Preferred: National Board for the Certification of Orthopedic Technologists

    Skills

    + Experience with relevant PC applications required including basic skills with MS Office applications. (Required)

    + Ability to use office equipment and phone systems. (Required)

     

    Working Conditions

    Lifting

    + Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).

    + Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.

    + Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment (i.e. stretchers, wheelchairs, etc.).

    + Frequent bending/ kneeling/ squatting/ stooping/ reaching/ grasping.

    + Lift/Carry: Occasionally up to 25 lbs.

    + Push/Pull: Occasionally up to 50 lbs. force.

    Environmental Conditions

    + Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.

    + Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting.

    Mental/Visual

    + Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).

    + Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

     

    PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

     

    See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

     

    For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

    REQNUMBER: 123221