Orthopedic Technician

Kaiser Permanente; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an Orthopedic Technician in Seattle to assist physicians with casting and orthopedic procedures. The role requires a High School Diploma and relevant certifications, along with experience in casting. Responsibilities include assisting in the operating room, patient assessments, and preparation for procedures. Competitive qualifications valued, with opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Must have casting experience or currently work as an orthopedic technician.
• Familiar with basic medical terminology, especially orthopedic terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with orthopedic casting, including application and removal of casts.
• Perform routine exam and treatment procedures, including removing casts and cleaning wounds.
• Prepare and assist physicians with minor procedures.

Skills

Casting experience

Knowledge of orthopedic terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic Life Support certification

Registered Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Orthopedic Technician for Capitol Hill & Bellevue

Job Summary

Provides primary responsibility to assist the physician/physician assistant in the operating room, on patient floors, and in physician offices with the application and removal of casts and orthopedic devices.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist the physician/PAs with orthopedic casting, the procedures include the application and remove of a variety of casts and splints.
• Suture and staple removal with after care instructions for patients. Provide pre and post instructions to patients: skin care, cast care, and safety measures using AVS or handouts as appropriate. Instruct patients on cast wear, swelling, and how to remove and apply splints (document appropriate information in patients chart).
• Patient assessment for complications of casts: pressure points, compartment syndrome, and compromised skin integrity. Cast repair and splinting.
• Perform routine exam and treatment procedures to include removing casts, cleaning wounds, and applying medications and dressings.
• Prepare and assist physicians and PAs with minor procedures. Assist providers in placement or removal of pins or screws, joint injections and closed reductions.

Basic Qualifications

Experience

• N/A

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Registered Medical Assistant (Washington) within 2 months of hire OR Medical Assistant Certificate (Washington) required at hire
• Basic Life Support required at hire

Additional Requirements

• Medical assistant with casting experience or who is currently working as an orthopedic technician.
• Knowledge of different types of casts: application, removal and suture removal.
• Familiar with basic medical terminology, especially orthopedic terminology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Orthopedic Technologist Certified (National Association of Orthopedic Technologists) by date of hire/transfer.
• Advanced knowledge of the application and removal of casts. Independent in the workplace.
• Certified orthopedic technician or MA with vast experience in casting.