Orthopedic Technician - Orthopaedic Stratham - Full Time

solutionhealth; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Elliot Health System is seeking an Orthopedic Technologist for primary location in Stratham, NH, with training coverage for Hooksett and Manchester locations. The role supports orthopedic care across rooms, units and OR, applying and teaching use of braces and devices.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, orthopedic training or ASOP certification, and prior clinical experience is preferred. A team-oriented environment with comprehensive benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; formal orthopedic training program completed or ASOP certification within 3 months.
• Experience in orthopedic settings preferred.
• Certification in Orthopaedic Technologists or ASOP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply, adjust, maintain and remove orthopedic devices per physician orders.
• Instruct patients and families on use of equipment and appliances.
• Assist in orthopaedic room, inpatient units and operating room as needed.
• Handle telephone orders within scope and Elliot Hospital policies.
• Apply fracture braces per written physician orders.
• Support daily office functions including room turnover, data entry and scheduling.
• Collaborate with medical staff and administration to ensure coordinated patient care.

Skills

Orthopedic equipment handling

Patient/family instruction

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma

Orthopedic training program

ASOP certification

Job description

Come work at the best place to give and receive care!

Job Description:

Primary Location is Stratham but expect to train/cover for low census Hooksett 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

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