Orthopedic Technician - Minor Care

TieTalent; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an Orthopedic Technician - Minor Care in Corpus Christi, Texas. The role involves providing orthopedic services and requires a high school diploma and CPR certification. Ideal candidates will have trauma or EMT experience and the ability to function independently. This is a full-time position with a variable work schedule.

Qualifications

• Requires a high degree of independent functioning and action.
• Understanding of Emergency and Orthopedic Service operations.
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide orthopedic services for emergency/trauma services.
• Inspect and adjust bandages and equipment.
• Apply and adjust plaster casts under physician's direction.

Skills

Independent Functioning

Emergency Service Understanding

Trauma Handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Orthopedic Technician - Minor Care role at TieTalent.

Description

Summary:

Under a physician's direction, applies and adjusts plaster casts and assembles and attaches orthopedic traction equipment and devices. Sets up bed traction units or rigs special devices as required. Periodically inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment.

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.

The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab, and surgical suites.

A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine.

Accredited Chest Pain Center.

Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team.

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of an RN, provides orthopedic services for emergency/trauma services and clinical services.

Requirements:

Education/Skills:

- High School diploma or equivalent.

- Requires a high degree of independent functioning and action based on a thorough understanding of Emergency and Orthopedic Service operations.

Experience:

- Trauma and/or EMT experience preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

- CPR American Heart Association.

Work Schedule:

- Varies.

Work Type:

- Full Time.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Healthcare