Orthopedic Technician- Out Patient Pediatric

Children's Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Health is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to apply and remove casts and splints, assist in surgeries, and provide patient care in a pediatric orthopedic clinic. The role requires effective communication and at least two years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Employee portion of medical plan premiums covered after 3 years

4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure

Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

Caregiver Leave

Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in the care of orthopedic patients.
• Certified by the National Board of Certification for Orthopedic Technologists preferred.

Responsibilities

• Applies, adjusts, and removes orthopedic devices.
• Performs basic casting, including SPICA casts.
• Communicates effectively with providers and patients.

Skills

Communication

Technical Knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Orthopedic Technician

Department: An affiliation with the Andrew's Institute

Location: Fairview Specialty Clinic

Shift: Full time; 40 hours per week

Additional Information: Shifts to be scheduled within the operating hours of Monday- Friday between the hours of 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. On call requirements for evenings and weekends on average one week per month. Children's Health Specialty Center Fairview is an affiliation with Children's Health Medical Center Plano's Andrew's Institute. Andrew's Insititute will operate a pediatric orthopedic and sports medicine clinic within the specialty center. The specialty center is scheduled to open October 2025 and will offer an inclusive range of orthopedic out-patient care with a focus on fracture care, sports medicine and concussion care.

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children’s Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:
The purpose of this job is to apply and remove all types of casts and splints. Typically a person in this position will have at least two (2) years of experience in the care of the orthopedic patient. It is preferred that they are certified by the National Board of Certification for Orthopedic Technologists (NBOCT). This person works independently without supervision and may be required to provide call coverage.

Responsibilities:

• Articulates descriptions of orthopedic conditions to patients and their families based on the understanding of anatomical structures and their relationships with one another.
• Applies, adjusts and removes all common orthopedic devices, using a manual or standard practice as a guideline.
• Performs basic casting, including the application of SPICA casts.
• Knowledge of theory and application of skin or skeletal traction.
• Properly applies aseptic techniques in dressing changes, removes sutures or staples and sets up a sterile surgical field.
• Interprets simple fractures and dislocations on X-ray films.
• Must perform in an operating room environment as a first and second assistant or scrub technician under the direct supervision of a surgeon.
• Must be able communicate effectively with providers, clinic staff, patients and families.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years full-time work experience in a hospital, clinic, office or as an independent contractor working directly in the care of orthopedic patients preferred

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association required upon hire
• National Board of Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (NBCOT) - within 2 years of date of hire

JOB PROFILE

• Through experience, has developed technical knowledge and skills to perform a variety of routine activities
• Understands how own duties relate to others in the team and has an awareness of how the team integrates with others
• Manages own workload by applying an understanding of team priorities; may provide assistance to less experienced colleagues
• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area; evaluates and selects predefined solutions from established operating procedures
• Impacts the performance of own team through the quality of the services or information provided
• Follows standardized procedures and practices and receives regular but moderate supervision and guidance
• Communicates moderately complex technical information in straightforward situations

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.