Orthopaedic Technician, Orthopaedic Surgery

Medical Faculty Associates, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,318 - 42,016; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Washington, DC is seeking an Orthopaedic Technician to provide clinical support in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include applying orthopaedic devices, assisting with minor procedures, and providing patient education. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and 1-3 years of relevant experience, ideally in an orthopaedic clinic. This full-time position is on-site, offering an hourly wage range of $23.46 to $30.50.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related working experience preferably in an outpatient orthopaedic clinic.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or carry and frequently push or pull up to 20 lbs as part of the role.
• Requires manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support in outpatient orthopaedic settings.
• Apply and educate patients on the use of orthopaedic devices.
• Assist with administrative tasks and maintain clinic operations.

Skills

Clinical support

Patient education

Orthopaedic device application

Education

High School graduation or equivalent

Job description

Orthopaedic Technician, Orthopaedic Surgery

Job Category: Allied Health

Requisition Number: ORTHO006369

• Posted: March 25, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Hourly Range: $23.46 USD to $30.50 USD

Locations

Showing 1 location

2300 M St
2300 M St NW
Washington, DC 20037, USA

Orthopaedic Technician provides clinical support in the outpatient orthopaedic setting with responsibilities ranging from applying orthopaedic devices to assisting with minor procedures and wound care. This role involves moderate clinical autonomy, patient education, inventory coordination. The Orthopaedic Technician must demonstrate competency in orthopaedic care delivery, sterile techniques, and patient support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.

• Escort and room patients; obtains and records full vital signs, including pulse oximetry.
• Prepare and maintain exam and procedure rooms using sterile technique.
• Ensure availability of charts, imaging, dictation, and lab results before each clinic session.
• Apply, adjust, fit, and remove a full range of orthopaedic devices including fiberglass/plaster casts, braces, splints, walking boots, slings, immobilizers, and other appliances.
• Educate patients and caregivers on the care and use of orthopaedic devices and mobility aids such as crutches and canes.
• Assist with minor procedures and sterile wound care.
• Remove sutures and staples following proper infection control protocols.
• Assemble and monitor orthopaedic traction and related equipment.
• Track and manage inventory of casting materials and orthopaedic supplies. Maintain inventory of casting room supplies and orthopaedic equipment.
• Provide guidance to patients on orthopaedic products recommended by the department.
• Assist with administrative tasks including scheduling, patient check-in/check-out, and EMR documentation.
• Serve as a communication liaison between patients and providers, promoting a positive patient experience and timely clinical care.
• Provide guidance on the selection and use of orthopaedic supplies, braces, and equipment recommended by the department.
• Ensure availability of patient charts, imaging, dictations, and lab results before each clinic session.
• Assist with scheduling, check-in/check-out, and reception duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High School graduation or its equivalent

Licensure

• None

Experience

• 1-3 years of related working experience preferably in an outpatient orthopaedic clinic.

Physical Requirements

• Walk, bend, twist, and reach above the shoulder frequently in an office setting.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or carry and frequently push or pull up to 20 lbs. as part of the role
• Regularly exposed to healthcare settings that may require personal protective equipment
• Requires manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipment.

About GW MFA

MFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH) which is separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals.

The GW MFA’s leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach.

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