Orthopedic Technician - Orthopaedic Stratham - Full Time *New Practice Opening Late Fall*

SolutionHealth; Hooksett (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Elliot Health System is seeking an Orthopedic Technologist to join a collaborative orthopedic team. Primary location is Stratham, with training/coverage in Hooksett and Manchester as needed.

The role focuses on applying and maintaining orthopedic equipment and assisting in surgical and clinical settings. The position supports patient care across units, with opportunities for professional certification and growth.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal Orthopedic training program required, or ASOP certification within 3 months.
• National Board/ASOP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect orthopedic care by applying, adjusting, maintaining, and removing orthopedic equipment.
• Instruct patients and families on the use of orthopaedic devices.
• Assist medical staff in the orthopaedic room, inpatient units, and operating room.
• Accept orders within scope and follow hospital policies; verbal orders only in emergencies.
• Apply fracture braces as ordered by physician.
• Assist in daily office functions including room turnover, data entry, scheduling, and insurance pre-certifications.
• Work with staff and administration to support patient care as part of a team.

Skills

Direct patient care

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Orthopedic training program

ASOP certification (within 3 months)

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

The Orthopedic Technologist is a trained member of the orthopedic team who works with all health care professionals in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities concerning surgical and non-surgical procedures.

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.