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Orthopedics Chuck Dawley Mount PleasantEntity
University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and FinancialsWorker Type
EmployeeWorker SubType
RegularCost Center
CC001993 UMA AMB MULT Chuck Dawley Medical Park CCPay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
Health20Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Day (United States of America)Job Description
Apply adjust and remove casts
Measure and fit patients for braces and other orthopedic devices
Assist Orthopedic Surgeon in reduction of fractures
Instruct patient in proper care of cast and splints including walking with casts and boots
Instructing patients with the use of crutches cast care and DME
Change dressing and care for wounds
Remove sutures staples etc.
Clean and stock patient exam and treatment rooms.
Order medical supplies and manage DME inventory
Assist in making followup appointments and consultation appointments with specialists for patients.
Adhere to established clinic/office policy and procedure directives
EMR documentation of services performed
Manage patient care flow by rooming patients in a timely manner informing physician when patient is ready to be seen.
Perform a broad spectrum of duties including previsit preparation assisting with the patient visit and postvisit duties
Thorough knowledge and understanding of protocol procedures and standards within casting area of expertise.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
Additional Job Description
Required Minimum Training and Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a medical assisting program or hospital corpsman or completion of Ortho School or on the job training with another cast technician and have one year experience in related area of practice.
Required Licensure Certifications Registrations: Current BLS. Prefer certifcation through (AMT) American Medical Technologist or (AAMA) American Association of Medical Assistants or Military trained with appropriate military certification or accredited by Certified Athletic Trainer program.
Physical Requirements:Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist kneel climb stairs reach in all directions fully use both hands and legs possess good finger dexterity perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift lower push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (/) unassisted exert up to 50 lbs of force lift from 36 to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!
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