Orthopedic Technician- FT, Days

Mercy; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement match

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO invites applications for an Orthopedic Clinic staff member. This full-time role supports the orthopedic team, applies casts and splints, maintains patient records, and upholds hospital policies.

You must communicate clearly, work well in a team, and protect patient confidentiality. Mercy offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive, patient-centered workplace.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Eligible for staff privileges at hospitals where orthopedic surgeons work.
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy and medical terminology.
• Ability to maintain patient records and films confidential.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Team-oriented with good public image.

Skills

Staff privileges eligibility

Physiology knowledge

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

Casting and splinting

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Details

Location: Mercy Hospital Southeast- Orthopedic Clinic

650 S MT Auburn Rd

Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40-hrs per week), Days

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification(s): Recommend certification by the National Association of Orthopedic Technologists.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Eligible for staff privileges at hospitals in which orthopedic surgeons work.
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy and medical terminology.
• Competency in applying casts and splints and surgical technology.
• Must be capable and willing to keep patients’ films and medical records confidential.
• Responsible for practicing stewardship in the use of supplies.
• Ability to communicate effectively. Must be effective in both oral and written communications.
• Must possess the ability to meet and communicate with patients, physicians and visitors courteously.
• Must be a team worker.
• Must be able to relate well to other people and be tolerant of their conditions.
• Must actively promote harmony and good public image.
• Must be able to effectively delegate tasks.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.