Orthopedic Technician - Orthopedic Surgery

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to provide administrative and direct patient care support in the Orthopedic Clinic. The role includes applying and removing casts, splints, and braces, and instructing patients on crutches and traction under supervision.

You will also gather patient data, schedule visits, and verify demographics to facilitate access to services. Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED and relevant orthopedic or medical assisting

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Orthopedic Technology or Medical Assistant training or equivalent is required.
• At least two years of prior work experience is required.
• Must pass clinical competency testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support: registration data, appointment scheduling and patient access facilitation.
• Assist in patient care: apply/remove casts, splints, braces; instruct on crutches and traction.
• Gather patient information and verify demographics for registration.
• Support patient access to services and care coordination.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Independent work

Computer literacy

Confidentiality

Hand dexterity

Lifting up to 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Orthopedic Technology program

Medical Assistant program

Military medic training

Allied health coursework (A&P)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The orthopedic tech performs both administrative and patient care support for orthopedic patients. In the patient care area, the orthopedic tech assists with duties such as applying and removing casts, splints and braces, instructing patients with the use of crutches and tractions, under the direction and supervision of Operations Manager and in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of practice. In the administrative area the orthopedic tech gathers patient information for registration, schedules appointments, verifies demographic information and assists in the facilitation of patient access to services.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of High School education/GED required. Work also requires successful completion of either: an Orthopedic Technology program or a Medical Assistant program or military technical medic training or at least one full year coursework in allied health (which includes A&P) or at least one year on-the-job training in orthopedic related work.

EXPERIENCE

In addition to above training requirement, this position requires at least two years of previous work experience. Experience with cast and traction set up is preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS

Must pass clinical competency testing.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Ability to effectively speak, read, and write English
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate in a courteous, pleasant and professional manner with patients, general public, staff members, outside agencies, and all other internal and external contacts
• Organizational skills to set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work
• Ability to accurately interpret and utilize basic medical terminology and abbreviations
• Ability to work independently and to make decisions based on department polices and established procedures
• Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information
• Must be able to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information
• Hand dexterity, hearing and visual acuity to respond to a patient or take direction from a provider; apply and remove casts and other orthopedic devices, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Range: $26.73- $35.27. This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Veterans

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Other Employment Requirements

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Position Details

Position: Orthopedic Technician - Orthopedic Surgery Department: Orthopedic Clinic - MP Schedule: Full time