Orthopedic Technologist — Surgical Support & Patient Care

Southern New Hampshire Health; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

403(b) retirement plan

Competitive pay

Job summary

Elliot Health System is seeking an Orthopedic Technologist to join its orthopedic team at the Stratham location with coverage for Hooksett and Manchester as needed. The role focuses on skilled orthopedic care and patient education as part of an integrated care team.

Primary training will occur in Stratham with potential travel to nearby locations. The position emphasizes collaboration with surgeons, nurses and therapists to support efficient perioperative and post-operative care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; formal orthopedic training program completed or ASOP cert within 3 months.
• Previous clinical experience preferred.
• National Board of Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists or ASOP registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect orthopedic care by applying, adjusting, maintaining, and removing orthopedic equipment, devices, and appliances.
• Instructs patients and families on use of orthopedic devices.
• Assists in the orthopaedic room, inpatient units, and operating room.
• Accepts orders from physicians within scope of responsibility and hospital policies.
• Applies fracture braces per physician order.
• Assists with office tasks including exam room turnover, data entry, scheduling, and insurance pre-certifications.
• Works with medical staff and administration in a team-based care approach.

Skills

Orthopedic care

Patient education

Team collaboration

Equipment handling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Orthopedic training program

ASOP certification (within 3 months)

Tools

Orthopedic devices

Job description

Elliot Health System is seeking an Orthopedic Technologist to join its orthopedic team at the Stratham location with coverage for Hooksett and Manchester as needed. The role focuses on skilled orthopedic care and patient education as part of an integrated care team.

Primary training will occur in Stratham with potential travel to nearby locations. The position emphasizes collaboration with surgeons, nurses and therapists to support efficient perioperative and post-operative care.