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We are currently searching foranOrthopedicTechnicianat ourOrthoCarolinaFoot and Ankle officelocation in Charlotte

The Orthopedic Techis responsible forthesplint/cast management of patientsThemajor scope of this position is the removal and application ofnumerousandvarious typesof casts,DME, and splints. This position also requires completing various forms and waivers forDMEper OrthoCarolina policies and proceduresand may also act as a clinical assistant as needed

Essential Functions:

• Providingquality orthopedic care for patients requiring immobilizationincludingapplying, removing,and assessingthe need for change of all types of orthopedic casts and immobilization devices, removal of sutures and or staple, and application ofDMEsupplies under the direction of a physician/provider.Provides aseptic dressing changes andhas the ability toset up surgical/sterile fields.

• Maintains patient care environmentincludingorders;receivesand stores supplies/medications; cleans/stocks exam and procedure rooms;assistsin the cleaning and sterilization of instruments in autoclave. Maintains cleanliness of cast room, supplies in the cast room, clinicalareasand patient rooms.

• Prepares forpinremoval from patients. Provides pin care andprovidesthe patient and/or significant other with pin care instruction.

Skills and Abilities:

• Provide excellent customer service by educating patients/familiesregardingapplication/wearing of orthotic devices and serves as resource for patients.

Qualifications:

• Two years’ experience in orthopedics, highly preferred

• CMARMA, ATCor EMT with experiencein casting/splints

• Orthopedic TechCertification orequivalent certification