Orthopedic Technician: Clinical Growth & Cast Care

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Clinical growth opportunities

Merit-based ladder

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Staff Orthopedic Technician in Boston, MA. You will apply, alter, and remove casts and orthotic devices for inpatients and outpatients, following physician orders and department procedures.

You will educate patients and families on casts, splints, and equipment care, and maintain strict safety, infection control, and documentation standards within a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• BLS Certification required.
• OTC Certification preferred.
• 2-3 years patient care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of standard orthopedic procedures and devices.

Responsibilities

• Apply, alter, and remove casts, splints, and orthotic devices per physician orders.
• Ensure compliance with confidentiality, safety, infection control, documentation and charging procedures.
• Educate patients and families on cast and device care, precautions, cleaning, and proper use.

Skills

Cast application

Orthopedic devices knowledge

Patient education

Safety practices

Confidentiality

Clear communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

OTC Certification (preferred)

Tools

Orthopedic equipment handling

Job description

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Staff Orthopedic Technician in Boston, MA. You will apply, alter, and remove casts and orthotic devices for inpatients and outpatients, following physician orders and department procedures.

You will educate patients and families on casts, splints, and equipment care, and maintain strict safety, infection control, and documentation standards within a busy clinical setting.