Trauma-Orthopedic Assistant: Surgical Support & On-Call

HealthPartners; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement program

Time away from work

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Onsite clinic

Job summary

Park Nicollet in the United States is seeking an Orthopedic Assistant to support our trauma team. You will assist in the OR, cast and splint, room patients, manage post-op visits, and educate families as part of a multidisciplinary care approach.

The role emphasizes precision, sterile technique, and quick, empathetic patient interactions. Prior orthopedic OR experience is preferred; CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Organized with proven efficiency in orthopedic and sterile techniques.
• Strong verbal communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to respond to emergency calls and assist in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of age-related growth and development principles for patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgery, casting, and splinting in OR.
• Room patients and manage post-operative clinic visits.
• Dress wounds and provide patient education.
• Triage patient calls and support care coordination.
• Utilize orthopedic equipment and sterile technique to ensure patient safety.

Skills

CPR certification

Organized

Strong communication

Emergency response

Patient safety

Education

Healthcare related post-secondary education program

Job description

Park Nicollet in the United States is seeking an Orthopedic Assistant to support our trauma team. You will assist in the OR, cast and splint, room patients, manage post-op visits, and educate families as part of a multidisciplinary care approach.

The role emphasizes precision, sterile technique, and quick, empathetic patient interactions. Prior orthopedic OR experience is preferred; CPR certification is required.