Orthopedic Technician - Days - I

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 63,439,857 - 95,160,475; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for eligible employees

Career Pathways to Promote Growth

Medical, Dental, Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem in Lombard, IL is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to support the Orthopedics department on a day shift. The role requires vital signs, casting, DME fitting and patient education.

Travel to Elmhurst and other orthopedic offices may be required; the position is full-time (40 hours/week) with hours Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM, and compensation is hourly based on experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; graduate of an accredited medical assistant program preferred
• Certification: Current CPR certification required
• Need to have experience casting
• Passing the Registered Orthopedic Technologist certification test within 12 months of hire date
• Ideal candidate is a Medical Assistant with experience casting/ doing responsibilities of an Ortho Tech
• One year of experience in a physician practice setting preferred
• Evidence of leadership, problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, basic computer skills and clinical competence

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and place in exam room
• Perform vital signs
• Perform dressing changes
• Fit required durable medical equipment (DME)
• Cast removal, cast and splint application
• Assistance with casting procedures under fluoroscopy
• Speak with patients over the phone and assist with problems
• Educate patients on care
• Support physician and office activity
• If there is downtime, you will be doing some responsibilities of a Medical Assistant, such as rooming patients, etc.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient education

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Medical Assistant experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant program preferred

CPR certification

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$22.14 - $33.21. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Orthopedic Technician - Orthopedics - Days




• Location: Lombard, IL




• Full Time: 40 hours / week




• Office Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Schedule will vary.




• Travel Required: As needed to Elmhurst and other Orthopedic Offices

What you will do:

• Greet patients and place in exam room




• Perform vital signs




• Perform dressing changes




• Fit required durable medical equipment (DME)




• Cast removal, cast and splint application




• Assistance with casting procedures under fluoroscopy




• Speak with patients over the phone and assist with problems




• Educate patients on care




• Support physician and office activity




• If there is downtime, you will be doing some responsibilities of a Medical Assistant, such as rooming patients, etc.

What you will need:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; graduate of an accredited medical assistant program preferred




• Certification: Current CPR certification required




• Need to have experience casting




• Passing the Registered Orthopedic Technologist certification test within 12 months of hire date




• Ideal candidate is a Medical Assistant with experience casting/ doing responsibilities of an Ortho Tech




• One year of experience in a physician practice setting preferred




• Evidence of leadership, problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, basic computer skills and clinical competence

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay for eligible employees




• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development




• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options




• Tuition Reimbursement




• Free Parking at designated locations




• Wellness Program Savings Plan




• Health Savings Account Options




• Retirement Options with Company Match




• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay




• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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