Orthopedic Technician: Casting, Traction & Clinic Support

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Orthopaedic Technician to assist the Orthopaedic surgeon in traction, casting and musculoskeletal dressing and appliances. You will support clinics, prepare rooms and patients, and apply/remove orthopedic devices under a physician's supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Degree or equivalent, 2 years of experience, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Degree or Equivalent
• Work Experience: 2 years
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Physicians, Physician Assistants, and Nurse Practitioners in the delivery of standard orthopedic care and assist in running orthopedic clinics including preparing rooms and patients for orthopedic examinations and procedures, applying and removing common orthopedic devices and appliances, and assisting in routine procedures.
• All work is performed under the supervision of a physician or appropriate licensed practitioner.

Job description

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Orthopaedic Technician to assist the Orthopaedic surgeon in traction, casting and musculoskeletal dressing and appliances. You will support clinics, prepare rooms and patients, and apply/remove orthopedic devices under a physician's supervision.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Degree or equivalent, 2 years of experience, and current BLS certification.