Orthopedic Technician — Casts, Wound Care, Tuition Support

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to assist physicians in delivering care to orthopedic patients under supervision. The role requires knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, with experience in casting and splinting.

Preferred qualifications include a post-secondary certificate or associate's degree in orthopedic technology and OTC certification. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 2 years as an orthopedic technician, or OTC certification.
• Eligible for staff privileges and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician/surgeon in rendering care to orthopedic patients.
• Support casting, bracing, wound care, and related procedures.

Skills

Physiology knowledge

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

Casting & splinting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-secondary certificate or associate's degree in orthopedic technology

Tools

Surgical technology

Job description

Mercy is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to assist physicians in delivering care to orthopedic patients under supervision. The role requires knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, with experience in casting and splinting.

Preferred qualifications include a post-secondary certificate or associate's degree in orthopedic technology and OTC certification. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to grow within a collaborative team.