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The Orthopedic Technician supports the direct patient care clinical activity of the orthopedic surgeons and providers in the orthopedic ambulatory practices. The technologist is responsible to coordinate all activities related to casting, bracing, DME, wound care, suture/staple removal, order and maintaining of supplies, inventory, and care of equipment. Direct responsibility for application, removal and adjustment of casts and soft goods. Provides assistance to the medical staff with orthopedic procedures whenever needed to expedite the patient care process. Responsibilities include promoting patient education and safety, enhancing customer satisfaction, demonstrating understanding of resource utilization and completing all other duties as assigned.
Communicates effectively and interacts with patients, team members, physicians and other customers in a courteous, pleasant and efficient manner. Articulates descriptions of orthopaedic conditions based upon an understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another.Demonstrates knowledge of the proper application of aseptic techniques in dressing change and removal of sutures or staples. Prepares and assists with wound care and dressing changes as directed by physician.Provides orthopaedic technologist clinical support to all orthopaedic sub-specialties including hand, joints, spine, trauma, sports medicine such as performing a wide variety of orthopaedic related activities including, removing sutures/staples, applying and removing casts, splints, braces and other orthopaedic devices (i.e. Halo). Under the guidance of surgeons, orthopedic technicians fabricate splints and manage other simple medical technology, including braces. Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.Effectively assists in the documentation of physician orders such as prescriptions, physical and occupational therapy, studies performed by outsides facilities requiring written documentation and return to work/physical activity slips.Consistently develops and maintains a complete inventory of required clinical items. Cleans and stocks patient exam, treatment, storage rooms and medical devices.Greets patients in a prompt, courteous and professional manner and assists patient into the examination room completing all initiation of visit requirements (including rooming patients, taking vital signs and patient history, and assisting with minor procedures).Develops and improves skills in the organization of work and in assisting the physician for economy in time, motion and materials. Attends and participates in clinical education/training provided within Ambulatory Operations and within organization.Assists with orientation and training of new hire Orthopaedic Technologists and Medical Assistants who are pursuing their Registered Orthopaedic Technologist. Accurately and efficiently performs many administrative duties, including but not limited to in-basket and telephone communication, documentation in medical record, obtaining reports, completion of insurance and/or disability forms, precertification and/or authorizations. Assist in making follow-up appointments and consultation appointments with other specialists for patients.
HIGH SCHOOL OR GED
Completion of a Certified Orthopedic Technology or Registered Orthopedic Technologist training program preferred ☐Completion of an accredited medical assistant program with 1 year direct supervision of Orthopedic Surgeon ☐U.S. Armed Forces Military Medical Core experience ☐Special Considerations Explained(if needed): U.S. Armed Forces Military Medical Core experience, Athletic Trainer Certified MA experience 1 year under direct supervision of Orthopedic Surgeon
USD $22.00
USD $35.00
Cooper University Health Care is the leading academic health system in South Jersey and provides access to primary, specialty, tertiary, and urgent care, all within one complete health system. Cooper has nearly 14,000 team members including 1,600 nurses, more than 1,000 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 600 advanced practice professionals. Hospitals throughout the region send their most complex and critically ill and injured to Cooper for treatment by our highly skilled experts.
Ranked year after year by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top health systems in the Philadelphia Metro area, Cooper is consistently recognized for its quality, safety, and exceptional patient care.
Cooper has three hospitals: South Jersey’s only Level I trauma center, Cooper University Hospital in Camden, which is the busiest trauma center in the Philadelphia region; Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, and Children’s Regional Hospital at Cooper, which is the only Level II pediatric trauma center in the Delaware Valley. Cooper is also home to a leading cancer center (MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper), six urgent care centers, and more than 130 outpatient offices from the Delaware River to the Jersey Shore, including large regional hubs in Camden, Cherry Hill, Moorestown, Voorhees, Willingboro, and Sewell.
Cooper University Health Care is affiliated with – and its physicians make up the faculty of – Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, which is located on the Cooper Health Sciences Campus in Camden, New Jersey. Cooper has a long history in the City of Camden and is playing a leading role in its revitalization.
