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

Elliot Health System; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Elliot Health System's Elliot Orthopaedics in Stratham, NH, seeks an Orthopedic Technologist to support surgical and non-surgical care within a collaborative team. Primary location Stratham, with training coverage for Hooksett and Manchester as needed, schedule Monday through Friday 8 am–5 pm.

Responsibilities include applying and removing orthopedic devices, instructing patients and families, assisting in the OR and inpatient units, and supporting office workflow, data entry, and appointment

Qualifications

• Formal orthopedic training required or ASOP certification to be obtained within 3 months.
• Experience in clinical orthopedic settings preferred.
• National Board of Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists or ASOP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect orthopedic care by applying, adjusting, maintaining, and removing orthopedic devices and appliances.
• Instruct patients and families on use of orthopedic equipment.
• Assist medical staff in the orthopedic room, inpatient units, and operating room.
• Accept physician orders within scope of responsibility and Elliot Hospital policies.
• Apply fracture braces per physician written orders.
• Assist in daily office functions: exam room turnover, data entry, appointment scheduling, and insurance pre-certifications.
• Collaborate with medical staff and administration to support patient care.

Skills

Orthopedic care

Patient instruction

Operating room support

Data entry

Appointment coordination

Education

High School diploma

Orthopedic training program completed

NBCT/ASOP certification preferred

Tools

Orthopedic equipment handling

Job description

$3,000 Sign on Bonus!

*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!

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