Orthopedic Tech - Shackleford Clinic

UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution is seeking an Orthopedic Tech for its Shackleford Clinic. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting physicians with cast applications, educating patients, and ensuring the maintenance of orthopedic supplies. This role is vital to providing high-quality care in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Qualifications

• Must have one year of direct patient care experience.
• Preferred: Experience as an Orthopedic Tech or Medical Assistant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians in the application and management of casts.
• Educates patients about the care of casts, splints, and braces.
• Collects and records patients' medical history and vital signs.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Closing Date:

06/28/2025

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
  
  

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Department:

ICE | MUSL Shackleford Clinic Staff

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Summary of Job Duties:

Orthopedic Tech assists physicians in the application and management of casts and braces, provides instruction and assistance to resident physicians in cast, splint, and brace application, and gives instruction on proper care of casts, braces, etc., to patients. Also provides instructions to rotating medical students, and assists with orders and maintains an adequate stock of orthopaedic supplies

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or GED, Plus One (1) year of direct patient care experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Orthopedic Tech experience
• Medical Assistant Certification
  
  

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provides professional and competent assistance to physicians with the application and management of casts for orthopedic patients
• Educates patients regarding casts, splints, or braces following application
• Collects and records patients' medical history and acquires patient vital signs. Advises patients regarding treatment, medication, and specific physician instructions
• Collects lab samples and completes documentation for submission to the lab
• Monitors inventory of and obtains necessary supplies and/or equipment for patient care in the orthopedic unit
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience")

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling, Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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