Orthopedic Technician: Casts, Traction & Patient Care

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking an Orthopedic Tech to provide direct patient care in applying immobilization materials and devices under physician or nurse direction. You will instruct patients and families in care and use of immobilization equipment and maintain equipment and supplies.

This role requires organizing daily workload, coordinating with physicians and nursing staff, and helping optimize patient flow.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in a medical field/environment or as a military medic.
• Higher educational degree/training may substitute for experience.
• One year of Orthopedic Tech experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Applies immobilization materials and devices to patients on designated unit/service according to physician and/or nursing orders and specifications.
• Prepares, applies, and removes casts, sets up traction equipment, and performs other related treatment modalities.
• Explains procedures and provides instruction on care and use of immobilization supplies and equipment to patients, families, and/or caregivers.
• Maintains equipment and supply inventory within assigned work area.
• Performs patient care activities related to specific needs of assigned unit/service.
• Maintains knowledge of current occupational methods, practices, and techniques through participation in professional organizations and attendance at in-service and continuing education programs.
• Maintains safety of work environment.

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking an Orthopedic Tech to provide direct patient care in applying immobilization materials and devices under physician or nurse direction. You will instruct patients and families in care and use of immobilization equipment and maintain equipment and supplies.

This role requires organizing daily workload, coordinating with physicians and nursing staff, and helping optimize patient flow.