Orthopedic Technologist - Casts, Wounds & Patient Care

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Job summary

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians is seeking an Orthopaedic Technologist to assist physicians and nursing staff in patient care, manage charts and patient flow, and perform casting, bracing, and splinting. The role may include clerical duties and requires use of the electronic medical record per SOPs.

The position emphasizes teamwork with physicians and nurses in an orthopaedic setting and adherence to departmental procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• ASOP Orthopedic Technologist registration must be current.
• 2–3 years of orthopaedic technologist and medical office experience in an orthopaedic environment is preferred.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nursing staff with patient care and treatment of orthopaedic patients.
• Manage patient charts and patient flow within the department.
• Perform delegated medical tasks such as casting, bracing, and splinting.
• May perform clerical duties as needed.
• Use the electronic system as documented in SOPs and department processes.

Skills

CPR certification

Venipuncture

Wound care

Cast care

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASOP Orthopedic Technologist registration

2–3 years orthopaedic technologist and medical office experience

Job description

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians is seeking an Orthopaedic Technologist to assist physicians and nursing staff in patient care, manage charts and patient flow, and perform casting, bracing, and splinting. The role may include clerical duties and requires use of the electronic medical record per SOPs.

The position emphasizes teamwork with physicians and nurses in an orthopaedic setting and adherence to departmental procedures.