Orthopedic Technician — Casts, Splints & Patient Care

Kaiser Permanente; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Atlanta seeks an Orthopedic Technologist to assist physicians with routine procedures, apply casts, splints, bandages, and durable medical equipment, and support orthopedic surgical procedures.

The role includes training new technicians, preparing patients for exams, maintaining supplies, and documenting patient data in the medical record. A minimum of three years' experience and an accredited program are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of orthopedic technologist experience including casting, splinting, and dispensing durable medical equipment.
• Graduate of an accredited Orthopedic Technician program or equivalent military training within the last three years.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Applies casts, splints, braces, bandages, slings, or other orthopedic devices per provider instructions.
• Attends to patients during follow-up visits and checks devices for fit and condition.
• Trains and orients newly hired Orthopedic Technicians as a preceptor.
• Maintains and ensures readiness of equipment and supplies.
• Records patient data and documents care in the medical record.

Skills

Casting & splinting

Education

Accredited Orthopedic Technician program

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Orthopedic equipment

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Atlanta seeks an Orthopedic Technologist to assist physicians with routine procedures, apply casts, splints, bandages, and durable medical equipment, and support orthopedic surgical procedures.

The role includes training new technicians, preparing patients for exams, maintaining supplies, and documenting patient data in the medical record. A minimum of three years' experience and an accredited program are required.