Orthopedic Technician - Orthopaedic Hooksett - Full Time

20 Elliot Hospital of the City of Manchester; Hooksett (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Elliot Health System is seeking an Orthopedic Technologist to join the team in Hooksett, NH, with training coverage for Stratham and Manchester locations. You will apply, adjust, and maintain orthopedic devices, educate patients and families, and assist in the OR and inpatient units.

The role supports a team-based approach to orthopedic care within a comprehensive health system, with a schedule Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Prior orthopedic experience and formal training are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal Orthopedic training program required, or equivalent certification within 3 months.
• Experience in clinical orthopedics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect orthopedic care by applying, adjusting, maintaining, and removing orthopedic equipment and appliances.
• Instruct patients and families on usage of equipment.
• Assist medical staff in the orthopedic room, inpatient units, and/or operating room.
• Accept and process telephone orders from physicians within policy.
• Assist with exam room turnover, data entry, scheduling, and insurance pre-certifications.
• Collaborate with medical staff and administration to support patient care.

Job description

*Primary Location is Hooksett but expect to train/cover for low census Stratham and Manchester Locations*

About Us

At Elliot Orthopaedics, a Department of Elliot Hospital, we offer expert, personal and individualized care in the diagnosis and treatment of all orthopaedic conditions including sports injuries, trauma care, joint replacement surgery and most musculoskeletal conditions. Together with physical therapy and primary care doctors, we quickly and effectively treat the patient's condition as part of an integrated healthcare team. Our goal is to help our patients to 'Live Better.'

Position Summary

M - F 8 am - 5 pm

Key Responsibilities

• In conformance with the medical staff's written orders, provides direct and indirect individualized skilled technical orthopedic care to patients by applying, adjusting, maintaining, and removing specified orthopedic equipment, devices, and appliances.
• Instructs patients and their families regarding utilization of orthopaedic equipment, devices and appliances.
• Directly assists medical staff in the orthopaedic room, inpatient units and/or operating room.
• Accepts telephone orders from the appropriate physician within the scope of his/her responsibility and in adherence to Elliot Hospital policies and procedures.
• Accepts verbal order only in emergency situations.
• Applies fracture braces on the written order of the physician.
• Assists in daily functions of the office including but not limited to exam room turnover, data entry, appointment scheduling and insurance per-certifications.
• Works effectively with the medical staff, office staff, and administration.
• Supports a team approach to patient care, working directly with patients and families and maintains a cooperative working relationship interdepartmentally.

Education/Experience/Licensure

Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a formal Orthopedic training program required, or equivalent certification (ASOP) must be obtained within 3 months.

Experience: Previous clinical experience preferred.

Certification/Licensure: National Board of Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists or registered by the American Society of Orthopaedic Professionals preferred.

What Elliot Health System Has to Offer

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage
• Competitive pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• And more!

Work Shift

Days

SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

SolutionHealth is an integrated health system uniquely focused on providing access to high-value primary and specialty care that meets the growing needs of the communities we serve. Together, Southern New Hampshire Health and Elliot Health System, the founding members of SolutionHealth, are committed to innovative models of care and collaboration that improve the health and well-being of more than half of million residents of our region. We start with committing to do the right thing, for each patient, always.