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

Solution for Health International; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SolutionHealth is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to provide skilled care for orthopedic patients at Stratham with coverage for Hooksett and Manchester locations. The role requires applying and adjusting orthopedic equipment, instructing patients, and supporting the medical team in various care settings.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and completion of orthopedic training or ASOP within 3 months; clinical experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a formal Orthopedic training program or ASOP certification must be obtained within 3 months.
• Previous clinical experience preferred.
• National Board of Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists or ASOP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect orthopedic care by applying, adjusting, maintaining, and removing orthopedic equipment, devices, and appliances.
• Instructs patients and families on use of orthopedic equipment and devices.
• Assists medical staff in orthopaedic room, inpatient units and/or operating room.
• Accepts physician orders within the scope of responsibility and Elliot Hospital policies.
• Applies fracture braces on written orders of the physician.
• Assists with daily office functions including exam room turnover, data entry, and scheduling.

Skills

Orthopedic patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Formal Orthopedic training program (or ASOP) 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

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.