Ortho Tech Medical Assistant: Casting & Bracing Specialist

Dignity Health; Phoenix (AZ); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 43 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Dignity Health Medical Group in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Ortho Tech Medical Assistant to support orthopedic specialists with casts, splints, and braces, contributing to patient comfort and recovery. You will prepare patients, educate on device care, and ensure comfort during applications and removals, while maintaining equipment and documenting interactions in the chart.

Strong orthopedic anatomy knowledge, aseptic techniques, and device-application skills are essential.

Qualificações

• High School Diploma or GED and graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or completion of a U.S. Armed Forces medical services training program
• Six (6) months related casting, splinting and bracing experience
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR

Responsabilidades

• Assist orthopedic specialists during examinations and procedures as requested
• Prepare patients and educate on device care and usage
• Maintain equipment and document clinical interactions
• Monitor and record vital signs, weight, positioning, and glucose per RN instructions
• Retrieve necessary equipment and supplies for procedures
• Perform follow-up actions as directed and document findings in the patient record

Conhecimentos

Orthopedic anatomy

Aseptic techniques

Device application

CPR (BLS)

Bilingual skills (preferred)

Formação académica

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program

US Armed Forces medical services training

Ferramentas

EMR experience

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Dignity Health Medical Group in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Ortho Tech Medical Assistant to support orthopedic specialists with casts, splints, and braces, contributing to patient comfort and recovery. You will prepare patients, educate on device care, and ensure comfort during applications and removals, while maintaining equipment and documenting interactions in the chart.

Strong orthopedic anatomy knowledge, aseptic techniques, and device-application skills are essential.