ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN Job at CoperUniversity Health Care, Cherry Hill, NJ

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  • CoperUniversity Health Care
  • Cherry Hill, NJ

Job Description

About us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

The Orthopedic Technician supports the direct patient care clinical activity of the orthopedic surgeons and providers in the orthopedic ambulatory practices. The technologist is responsible to coordinate all activities related to casting, bracing, DME, wound care, suture/staple removal, order and maintaining of supplies, inventory, and care of equipment. Direct responsibility for application, removal and adjustment of casts and soft goods. Provides assistance to the medical staff with orthopedic procedures whenever needed to expedite the patient care process. Responsibilities include promoting patient education and safety, enhancing customer satisfaction, demonstrating understanding of resource utilization and completing all other duties as assigned.

Communicates effectively and interacts with patients, team members, physicians and other customers in a courteous, pleasant and efficient manner. Articulates descriptions of orthopaedic conditions based upon an understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another.
Demonstrates knowledge of the proper application of aseptic techniques in dressing change and removal of sutures or staples.  Prepares and assists with wound care and dressing changes as directed by physician.
Provides orthopaedic technologist clinical support to all orthopaedic sub-specialties including hand, joints, spine, trauma, sports medicine such as performing a wide variety of orthopaedic related activities including, removing sutures/staples, applying and removing casts, splints, braces and other orthopaedic devices (i.e. Halo). Under the guidance of surgeons, orthopedic technicians fabricate splints and manage other simple medical technology, including braces.  Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
Effectively assists in the documentation of physician orders such as prescriptions, physical and occupational therapy, studies performed by outsides facilities requiring written documentation and return to work/physical activity slips.
Consistently develops and maintains a complete inventory of required clinical items. Cleans and stocks patient exam, treatment, storage rooms and medical devices.
Greets patients in a prompt, courteous and professional manner and assists patient into the examination room completing all initiation of visit requirements (including rooming patients, taking vital signs and patient history, and assisting with minor procedures).
Develops and improves skills in the organization of work and in assisting the physician for economy in time, motion and materials.  Attends and participates in clinical education/training provided within Ambulatory Operations and within organization.
Assists with orientation and training of new hire Orthopaedic Technologists and Medical Assistants who are pursuing their Registered Orthopaedic Technologist.  
Accurately and efficiently performs many administrative duties, including but not limited to in-basket and telephone communication, documentation in medical record, obtaining reports, completion of insurance and/or disability forms, precertification and/or authorizations.  Assist in making follow-up appointments and consultation appointments with other specialists for patients.  

Experience Required

0-2 years

U.S. Armed Forces Military Medical Core experience, Athletic Trainer Certified

MA experience 1 year under direct supervision of Orthopedic Surgeon

Education Requirements

High School Diploma

U.S. Armed Forces Military Medical Core experience, Athletic Trainer Certified

MA experience 1 year under direct supervision of Orthopedic Surgeon

Job Tags

Full time, Part time,

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