Orthopedic Tech

Ardent Health; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

Ardent Health Services seeks an Ortho Tech in Tulsa to support patient care in orthopedics. You will assist with applying braces and casts, manage fracture care, and help maintain the cast room and supplies.

Aiding in patient flow during exams and post-operative steps, you ensure accurate medication administration and safe, efficient service. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, and familiarity with braces, casts, and other durable medical equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of braces, casts, boots and other DME.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology and routine office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with applying braces, casts, boots and other DME as ordered by the physician.
• Support fracture care management and patient flow during exams.
• Maintain the cast room, equipment, and inventory for orthopedic services.
• Assist with post-operative care and ensure patient safety and timely follow-ups.
• Observe five rights of medication administration and communicate patient needs.

Skills

Orthopedic casting

Casting techniques

DME handling

Patient flow support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Braces application

Fracture care support

Job description

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Utica Park Clinic, founded in 1982, is a multi-specialty medical group with more than 300 employed physicians and advance practice providers representing more than 30 specialties across 82 sites in Oklahoma, serving 21 communities.

• Ortho Tech position p erforms selected nursing and clerical duties that assist in patientand fracturecare management.
• Assists with application of casting and orthopedic devices as ordered by the physician.
• Responsible for maintaining an efficient patient flow, assisting the physician during patient exams and performing all necessary follow-up in a timely and accurate manner while exhibiting quality care.
• Must be knowledgeable of medical terminology, routine office procedures and medical instruments.
• Must be skilled in the application of braces, casts, boots, crutches and other DME.
• Performs all casting techniques to include application, cutting, removal, splinting or replacement of casts.
• Orients patients regarding activity limitations imposed by orthopedic devices.
• Maintains cast room, associated equipment, and supply inventory for these services.
• Gives medications and knows the five rights of medication administration.
• Safely performs post-operative removal of staples and sutures. Screens phone calls from patients for the provider.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Prior experience withthe application of braces, casts, boots, crutches and other DME.