Orthopedic Technologist: Casts, Bracing & Care

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Morrisville (NC); In loco; USD 42.000 - 59.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The Orthopaedic Technologist at Duke Health Integrated Practice assists physicians and nurses in casting, traction and wound care, and supports fracture management in a busy clinic.

Responsibilities include applying braces and orthoses, taking patient measurements, maintaining EPIC records, and educating patients on cast and wound care while ensuring a clean, efficient clinic flow. This role requires adherence to sterile techniques and commitment to quality patient care.

Competenze

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Course work in Anatomy and Physiology preferred.
• Casting experience and 2 years orthopaedic experience preferred.
• Ortho Tech Certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to articulate descriptions of orthopaedic conditions based upon anatomy.
• Understanding of manual, skin and skeletal traction concepts.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques in dressing change and sterile procedures.
• Ability to articulate the role of an Orthopaedic Technologist to the public.
• Commitment to quality assurance and quality patient care.

Mansioni

• Assist physicians and nursing personnel with casting procedures and wound care.
• Under physician direction, assist in clinical care and take patient measurements.
• Apply braces, prosthetics, orthotics, and adjust mobility devices; prep for traction procedures.
• Fabricate splints and assist in reduction of fractures/dislocations.
• Record vitals in EPIC and contribute to care plans.
• Educate patients on cast care, wound care, edema, and splint application.
• Facilitate clinic flow and coordinate patient care.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and prepare exam rooms and instruments.
• Sterilize supplies and manage orthopaedic inventory.
• Perform other related duties as directed.

Conoscenze

Casting experience

Orthopaedic experience

Ortho Tech Certification

Formazione

High School Diploma / GED

Anatomy and Physiology coursework

Descrizione del lavoro

The Orthopaedic Technologist at Duke Health Integrated Practice assists physicians and nurses in casting, traction and wound care, and supports fracture management in a busy clinic.

Responsibilities include applying braces and orthoses, taking patient measurements, maintaining EPIC records, and educating patients on cast and wound care while ensuring a clean, efficient clinic flow. This role requires adherence to sterile techniques and commitment to quality patient care.