Orthopedic Tech

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus is seeking an Orthopedic Technician for a day shift in Tulsa, OK. The role involves assisting with patient and fracture care, applying casts and orthopedic devices, and maintaining the cast room and supplies.

Responsibilities include ensuring efficient patient flow, supporting the physician during exams, and administering medications following the five rights. High school diploma or GED and BLS within 14 days of hire are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BL S certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Prior experience with the application of braces, casts, boots, crutches and other DME.

Responsibilities

• Ortho Tech assists with patient and fracture care management.
• Assists with application of casting and orthopedic devices as ordered by the physician.
• Maintains cast room, equipment, and supply inventory.

Skills

Medical terminology

Cast application

Brace application

DME handling

Patient care support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Casting techniques

Orthopedic devices

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, full‑time, Orthopedic Technician in Tulsa, OK.

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 performs selected nursing and clerical duties that assist in patient and fracture care 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 with the application of braces, casts, boots, crutches and other DME.

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 with the application of braces, casts, boots, crutches and other DME.
• Ortho Tech position performs selected nursing and clerical duties that assist in patient and fracture care 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.