Children's National Hospital

Orthopedic Technician

Children's National Hospital  •  $49k/yr  •  Washington, DC (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Orthopedic Technician - (260000RF)

 Provides specialized technical support to the division of Orthopedics. 

Qualifications

 Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Minimum Work Experience
2 years experience in Orthopedics or related field (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge
Ability to lift approximately 50 lbs.
Ability to utilize various office equipment.
Ability to communicate with patients and their families of divers cultural backgrounds.

Required Licenses and Certifications
Must be active member in the National Association of Orthopedic Technologist (N. A. O. T .) 180 Days . Must pass the N. B.
C. O. T . certification and/or maintain their National Board Certification 2 Yrs (Required)

Functional Accountabilities
Effectively performs technical duties
  • Assist with the application and removal of basic and specialized bracing, plaster and fiberglass cast (i.e. pre-made functional bracing, cast bracing, spica cast, body cast, etc.) on the wards, in the clinic and in the O.R.
  • Assist residents, nurses, and technologist with proper application techniques in casting, splinting and traction.
  • Apply , modify and dismantle traction equipment.
  • Complete rounds as required.
Completes required documentation
  • Complete service and supply charge forms
Ensures effective use of resources
  • Assist with maintaining adequate supplies in designated areas.
  • Assist with inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.
  • Assist with the evaluation of orthopaedic supplies.
Is a communication link for patients and their families
  • Provide patient care and education in a variety of orthopaedic subjects to patients and their families.
  • Provide patient communication on a level that is comfortable and understandable for the patient and their family.
Safety
  • Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
  • Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
  • Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
  • Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
  • Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
  • Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Organizational Accountabilities
Maintains Cast room
  • Monitor and ensure efficient patient flow in the clinic cast room
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment in the cast room.
Organizational Commitment/Identification
  • Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
  • Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
  • Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times
Customer Service
  • Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
  • Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
  • Partner with all team members to achieve goals
  • Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
  • Contribute to a positive work environment
  • Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
  • Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
  • Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
  • Use resources efficiently
  • Search for less costly ways of doing things
 

Primary Location

 District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations

 CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW  Washington 20010

Job

 Allied Health

Organization

 Surgery COEPosition Status R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeShift DayWork Schedule 8am to 4:30pm

Job Posting

 Apr 6, 2026, 4:00:00 AM

Full-Time Salary Range

 49254.4 - 96824
Children's National Hospital

About Children's National Hospital

Children’s National Hospital, based in Washington, D.C., was established in 1870 to help every child grow up stronger. Today, it is one of the top 10 children’s hospital in the nation and ranked in all specialties evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s National is transforming pediatric medicine for all children. The Children’s National Research & Innovation Campus opened in 2021, a first-of-its-kind pediatric hub dedicated to developing new and better ways to care for kids. Children’s National has been designated three times in a row as a Magnet® hospital, demonstrating the highest standards of nursing and patient care delivery. This pediatric academic health system offers expert care through a convenient, community-based primary care network and specialty care locations in the D.C. metropolitan area, including Maryland and Virginia. Children’s National is home to the Children’s National Research Institute and Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation. It is recognized for its expertise and innovation in pediatric care and as a strong voice for children through advocacy at the local, regional and national levels. As a non-profit, Children's National relies on generous donors to help ensure that every child receives the care they need.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Washington, DC
Year Founded
1870
Website
childrensnational.org
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