Orthopedics Technician - Medical Group Ortho

Endeavor Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career pathways for growth

Medical, dental, and vision options

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking at designated locations

Wellness program savings

Health Savings Account options

Retirement options with company match

Paid time off

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Chicago-Bucktown is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to assist physicians and nurses with orthopedic patient care, casting, bracing, and splinting. This includes patient prep, vitals, EMR documentation, and coordination with multiple hospital locations.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year in a physician practice preferred, CPR/BLS certification, and the ability to work rotating shifts with some travel to other sites.

Qualifications

• High School required.
• 1 year of experience in a physician practice setting preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• Evidence of leadership and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills and basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to work evening hours if required.

Responsibilities

• Greet patient and place in exam rooms.
• Perform vital signs with attention to geriatric, neonatal and pediatric patients.
• Document in the EMR using standardized protocols.
• Apply and remove casts; perform dressing changes.
• Draw up injections and discuss cast-related issues with patients.
• Assist with braces application and patient education on cast care.
• Prepare surgical packets and coordinate with hospital staff as needed.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and inventory; support department goals.

Skills

Orthopedic casting

CPR/BLS

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

High School

Accredited medical assistant program

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$22.58 - $33.87 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Orthopedic Technician
• Location: Chicago-Bucktown; Swedish Hospital and Skokie Hospital
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (40 hours per week)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, rotating between 7:00AM-7:00PM, with weekend rotation
• Required Travel: This role includes some travel to other locations and requires flexible hours to meet operational needs

A Brief Overview:

The Orthopedic Technician will assist physicians, physician assistants and nurses with the care and treatment of orthopedic patients. An orthopedic tech specializes in casting, bracing and splinting and is an expert in applying plaster and synthetic casts.

What you will do:

• Knowledge and application of NorthShore policies and procedures that apply to job and area of responsibility.
• Knowledge and demonstration of NorthShore customer service standards.
• Knowledge of and compliance with Federal, State and local laws that apply to the job?s area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of and compliance with NorthShore policies and procedures that apply to the job and area of responsibility.
• Ongoing growth and development from participation in events such as workshops, in-service programs and departmental meetings.
• Provide service based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria appropriate to the age and type of the patients/customers served in their area.
• Greet patient and place in exam rooms.
• Perform vital signs with special attention to the geriatric, neonatal and pediatric patients; prepare patients for physician visit.
• Document in the EMR utilizing the standardized rooming patient protocol.
• Apply and remove all casts.
• Perform dressing changes.
• Draw up injections on behalf of MD.
• Speak to patients over the phone regarding cast problems and recommend office visit when applicable.
• Speak to patients over the phone regarding pain related to weight-baring and recommend visit for new cast, if necessary.
• Set up sterile fields for minor procedures in the office (e.g. screw removals).
• Apply braces (ankle braces, knee immobilizers).
• Provide verbal and written patient education re: cast care.
• Provide MD with appropriate written patient education materials, upon request, based on CPT code and/or based on cast tech?s assessment.
• Demonstrate foot and ankle exercises to patient.
• Teach patient proper way to apply braces.
• Teach patient how to apply a Hapad or other type of foot pad or splint to their foot.
• Print notes from Ortho Pad.
• Prepare surgical packets for physician one week in advance on surgery; copy notes, copy radiology test results and provide to hospital contacts, locate x-rays/cat scans/MRIs and put into x-ray travel bag, call patient if patient needs to bring films from non-NorthShore facility.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the laboratory; maintain inventory of supplies and order as needed.
• Work jointly with management to maintain NorthShore Performance Improvement Standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by practice management and physician.
• Change blade and filter on cast saw.
• Autoclave instruments daily.
• Frequent and ongoing communication with MD regarding patient status, activities and work completed.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Consistently cooperate with all team members.
• Recognize and provide needed assistance to co-workers.
• Demonstrate flexibility.
• Meet departmental attendance standards.
• Perform duties assigned.
• Complete all documentation requirements.
• Manage in-basket messages correctly and document in the EMR.
• Use Smart Sets, Smart Tools and Smart Phrases in the EMR.
• Addendums encounters correctly.
• Navigate through the EMR chart.

What you will need:

• High School Required
• 1 Year of experience in a physician practice setting is preferred. And
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• Evidence of leadership
• Problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication skills
• Basic computer skills and clinical competence
• Ability to work evening hours if required
• CPR or BLS - American Heart Association (AHA) Current CPR certification Required
• Orthopedic Clinical Nurse Specialist - Certified (OCNS-C?) - Orthopaedic Nursing Certification Board (ONCB) Registered Orthopedic Technologist certification from the American Society of Orthopedic Professionals Required (for Nurses only)

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals ? Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) ? all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to ?help everyone in our communities be their best?.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging?each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

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