UH Hudson Orthopaedics Orthopedic Technician

Position #: 24000A5F
Position: UH Hudson Orthopaedics Orthopedic Technician
UH Facility: Medical Practices / Mgmt Services Org
Shift: Days
Status: Full-time
Work Days of Week: M-F

City: Hudson

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JOB DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS

Description

To Heal. To Teach. To Discover. At University Hospitals, this is more than just our mission. These words embody the opportunities available to the many world-class doctors, nurses, health care professionals, and support staff that choose to join UH and Be the Difference.

What You Will Do

Displays commitment to UH Essential Behaviors, the UH mission, employee engagement and other system-wide service excellence initiatives
Assist Orthopaedic Surgeons in setting specialized traction apparatuses and applying/removal of patient casts and splints
Responsible for performing duties as first assistant to the orthopedic surgeons in the operating room
Assists surgeons when necessary in surgery, Emergency Department, Patient care floors, and on-call on weekends
Provides clinical support to physicians in outpatient clinics
Educates patients and families on usage, precautions, and donning and doffing of orthopedic devices, casting, traction
Provides age specific care to patients from neonates through elderly
Performs non-patient care duties and cross coverage of other positions within the practice as assigned
Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Education Qualifications

High School Equivalent / GED (Required)

Experience Qualifications

Experience in cast application and splinting (Preferred) and
1+ years experience in a medical setting. (Required)

Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of Medical Terminology, anatomy and physiology. (Required proficiency)
Understanding of purpose and goals of orthopaedic treatments and devices. (Preferred proficiency)
Ability to relate well to other people and be considerate of their conditions. (Required proficiency)
Displays the ability to work in a team environment. (Required proficiency)
Able to multi-task and work independently (Required proficiency)
Proficient PC skills, including MS Office products. (Required proficiency)
Familiar with operation of standard office equipment. Ability to apply casts, braces, splints, and traction. (Required proficiency)

Physical Demands

Standing – Constantly
Walking – Constantly
Sitting – Rarely
Lifting – Constantly (50 lbs)
Carrying – Constantly (50 lbs)
Pushing – Constantly (50 lbs)
Pulling – Constantly (50 lbs)
Climbing – Constantly (50 lbs)
Balancing – Constantly
Stooping – Constantly
Kneeling – Constantly
Crouching – Constantly
Crawling – Constantly
Reaching – Constantly
Handling – Constantly
Grasping – Constantly
Feeling – Constantly
Talking – Constantly
Hearing – Frequently
Repetitive Motions – Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination – Constantly

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