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Job Location drjobs

Poughkeepsie, NY - USA

Hourly Salary drjobs

$ 20 - 38

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Description

Position at Nuvance Health Med Practice PC

Title: Orthopedic Technician Full Time Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Summary:
The Orthopedic Technician supports orthopedic physicians and APPs in delivering specialized care to patients with musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. This role ensures the proper application and maintenance of orthopedic devices while providing patient education to promote optimal recovery and comfort.

Responsibilities:

1. Assists Providers with applying adjusting and removing orthopedic devices such as casts splints and braces.

2.Assists in patient examinations minor procedures and wound care.

3.Educates patients on proper care of orthopedic devices and post-treatment care.

4.Prepares and maintains equipment and treatment areas.

5.Documents patient information and care procedures.

6.Assists with vitals exam preparation and verify prescriptions per physician orders.

7.Able to identify common fractures and dislocations on X-ray images.

8.Reviews standard admission and pre-op instructions with surgical patients.

9.Instructs patient on pre and post operative care.

10.Assists with aspirations and prepare injections for administration.

11.Manages patient care duties including checking schedules and patient flow coordination.

12.Maintains safety standards and infection control practices.

13.Maintains and Models Nuvance Health Values.

14.Demonstrates regular reliable and predictable attendance.

15.Performs other duties as required.

Education: HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

Company: Nuvance Health Med Practice PC

Org Unit: 1260

Department: HQMP-Orthopedics

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $20.86 - $38.73 Hourly


Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type

Full Time

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Medical Practice

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