Orthopedic Technician

Who We Are:

SAC Health empowers our patients and their families to live vibrant and healthy lives through culturally responsive exceptional care. Patientcentered wholeperson care. Our unique full scope teambased approach is what makes SAC Health the provider of choice for patients.

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What We Are Looking For

The Orthopedic Technician (Ortho Tech) applies and adjusts plaster casts assembles and attaches orthopedic traction equipment and devices as directed by a physician. Sets up bed traction units or rigs special devices as required and inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment. Familiar with standard concepts practices and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks.

Schedule: 5 days per week 8 hour days Monday Friday 8:00 am 5:00 pm Location: Brier Clinic San Bernardino CA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DELIVERABLES

• Assists with orthopedic procedures prepares and positions patients for casting and alerts the physician of patient discomfort.
• Sets up for procedures and examinations.
• Assists Radiology Technologist in positioning patient for extraordinary views.
• May assist with scheduling surgeries and diagnostic testing including EMG MRI CT scans bone scans lab test. Follows up on oneday surgery patients. Conducts notification of tests results to patients per physician request.
• In this role and under direct supervision of the physician the Ortho Tech may be responsible for assisting with positioning prepping and draping of the patient application and removal of all types of casts splints immobilization devices and traction Casting cast care and cast saw care short leg walking techniques short and long arm positioning splinting and splint care braces and brace care slings and boots.
• Removes sutures/staples applies surgical dressing assists with transferring the patient from operating room table assist with the reduction of fractures and dislocations as directed by physician.
• Instructs patient in cast ware wound care and appropriate placement and removal of splints. Obtains xray film and lab reports for physician review.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies stock and cleans room daily and between patients. Orders supplies and evaluates new products and devices for possible future use.
• Must be able to consistently work with rotating doctors residents and interns and can collaborate teach support and function in a teaching organization.
• Demonstrate the ability to be culturally sensitive and respect diversity work effectively and with individuals of different cultures and socioeconomic status Passion for service.
• SAC Health expects all staff members to exhibit critical thinking and problemsolving skills which means going beyond your job description to find a solution.
• Adhere to all SAC Health Policies and Procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent and diploma/certificate from an accredited Orthopedic Technologist training program required.
• Licensure/Certification: Current National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (OTC OTSC) required.
• Experience: Minimum three 3 to five 5 years of experience in an outpatient Orthopedic Clinic. As a requirement of this position you must receive EPIC certification for the module you have been hired into.
• Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Must be proficiently skilled in the application and use of Windows the Internet and other programs as determined by site or department. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; to work compatibly with physicians other department members and clinic employees in other departments.
• Interpersonal Skills: Work with spirit of enthusiasm teamwork cooperation and a sense of urgency and maintain a high degree of confidentiality over all matters during business operations including patient and employee information. Ability to successfully uphold the established customer service standards and SACHS Mission.
• Essential Mental Abilities: Multitask in an efficient thorough and prioritized manner; to work quickly accurately and independently; and to anticipate needs and solve problems.
• Work Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis. Must not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visas.

EEO: SAC Health is committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive work environment and is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.

Full Benefits Package Effective on Your First Day!

Industry Leading PTO Accrual (accrued per pay period) Sick Leave Paid Holidays Paid Jury Duty Bereavement SAC Health Covers approximately 85 of Team Member health premium costs (may vary w/benefit plan selection) Retirement up to 8 employer contribution Continuing Education and Learning Benefits Annual Mission Trip and much more!

Learn More About the Work We Do:

SAC Healths Mission: SAC Healths mission is to reflect the healing ministry & love of Jesus Christ through healthcare education & partnerships that empower our communities to flourish.

SAC Healths Core Values: Quality Healthcare Teamwork Wholeness Integrity Compassion Excellence Humble Service Respect