Orthopedic Technician- FT, Days

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Mount Auburn (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to assist orthopedic surgeons under their direction. The full-time, days schedule supports a busy orthopedic clinic environment in Cape Girardeau, MO.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and offers opportunities for certification through the National Association of Orthopedic Technologists. Candidates should be capable of handling casts and splints, maintaining confidentiality, and collaborating with a team of

Qualifications

• Education requirement: High School Diploma or GED.
• Certification preference: National Association of Orthopedic Technologists preferred.
• Eligible for staff privileges at hospitals where orthopedic surgeons work.
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy and medical terminology.
• Competency in applying casts and splints and surgical technology.
• Confidential handling of patients' films and medical records.
• Stewardship in use of supplies.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral.
• Ability to relate to patients, physicians and visitors courteously.
• Team-oriented attitude and cooperation with colleagues.
• Promotes harmony and a positive public image.
• Ability to delegate tasks effectively.

Skills

Staff privileges eligibility

Physiology knowledge

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

Casting & splinting

Patient confidentiality

Supply stewardship

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Public image

Task delegation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! The Orthopedic Technician is a specially trained allied health professional who assists orthopedic surgeons working under their direction.

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

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy! The Orthopedic Technician is a specially trained allied health professional who assists orthopedic surgeons working under their direction.

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.
• 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.
• keyword(s): Ortho Tech