Orthopedic Technician - Days

Children's Wisconsin; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to deliver direct pediatric orthopedic care. You will collaborate with the healthcare team to assess, prioritize, and provide comprehensive patient care across clinic populations.

Candidates should have 1+ year pediatric orthopedic experience, be able to transfer and assist with ambulation, and lift up to 75 pounds. Strong communication with families and staff is essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pediatric orthopedic experience is preferred.
• Involves handling orthopedic instruments and casting techniques.
• Ability to transfer and ambulate patients and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Strong communication with physicians, patients, and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct orthopedic care to pediatric patients.
• Partner with the healthcare team to assess, prioritize, and provide care for clinic patients.
• Meet specific requirements, goals, and competencies within the orthopedic clinic.

Skills

Pediatric orthopedics

Patient transfer

Ambulation assist

Lifting up to 75 pounds

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Flexibility in fast-paced environment

Education

High School diploma

GED or HSED

Job description

Orthopedic Technician functions with demonstrated expertise in the delivery of direct orthopedic care to children. Partner with the healthcare team to assess, prioritize, and provide care for clinic patient population. Meet specific requirements, goals, and competencies established within the orthopedic clinic.

Location & Schedule

• Primary location: Greenfield Clinic (3365 S 103rd St., Milwaukee, WI 53227)
• Other clinics: Milwaukee Hospital, Delafield, Mequon, Kenosha
• Monday‑Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (8‑hr shift)
• No evenings or weekends

Experience

• 1+ years pediatric experience in orthopedics with proven competency in relevant practice areas (preferred)

Education

• High School graduate or GED or HSED required
• Coursework in biology or physics preferred

Certifications & Licenses

• BLS‑Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association / American Red Cross) – required within 90 days
• CMA‑Certified Medical Assistant (American Association of Medical Assistants) – preferred
• ORTHO‑Orthopedic Technician (National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, Inc.) – preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of orthopedic surgery instruments, casting techniques, application of braces (minimum one year related experience preferred)
• Ability to transfer, ambulate patients, lift orthopedic devices, stand for long periods and lift objects up to 75 pounds
• Frequent bending, lifting, twisting, reaching, squatting; occasional push/pull and overhead work
• Good interpersonal skills to interact effectively with physicians, patients, parents, and staff
• Flexibility of time and duties in a fast‑paced environment
• Familiarity with personal computer operations and functions
• Effective communication with patients, families, providers, staff, and leadership
• Analytical ability to observe and communicate problems as they arise
• Promotes courteous behavior as outlined in department guest relations guidelines

Equal Opportunity Employer

Children's Wisconsin is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative‑action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.