Orthopedic Technologist: Patient Care & OR Support

Elliot Health System; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, prescription, and eye"

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Elliot Health System seeks an Orthopedic Technologist to join the Orthopaedics team. The role supports skilled orthopedic care for patients under physician orders, and requires completing orthopedic training or certification within 3 months.

You will instruct patients on equipment use, assist in various clinical areas, and help manage daily office tasks while collaborating closely with staff and physicians.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; formal orthopedic training or ASOP certification must be obtained within 3 months.
• Prior clinical experience in orthopedics preferred.
• NBOT or ASOP certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect skilled orthopedic care according to medical staff orders.
• Instruct patients and families on utilization of orthopedic equipment and devices.
• Assist in the orthopedic room, inpatient units and operating room.
• Accept physician orders within scope of responsibility and hospital policy.
• Apply fracture braces on physician written orders.
• Assist with office workflow including exam room turnover, data entry, scheduling and insurance pre-certifications.
• Collaborate with medical staff and administration to support patient care.

Education

High School diploma

Orthopedic training program or ASOP certification

Job description

Elliot Health System seeks an Orthopedic Technologist to join the Orthopaedics team. The role supports skilled orthopedic care for patients under physician orders, and requires completing orthopedic training or certification within 3 months.

You will instruct patients on equipment use, assist in various clinical areas, and help manage daily office tasks while collaborating closely with staff and physicians.