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The Orthopedic Technician applies, adjusts, and removes casts and splints while assisting surgeons with procedures and patient care. They also manage orthopedic schedules, coordinate diagnostic tests, and educate patients on the use of orthopedic devices and post-operative care.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 2 years of related experience and proficiency in orthopedic practices and terminology. Intermediate computer skills and the ability to work effectively within a medical team are required.
Full job description
Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As an Orthopedic Technician you will apply, adjusts and removes casts and splints. Fits and adjust canes, crutches and walkers, and gives patients instruction on the use of these walking aids.
Primary Responsibilities:
Triages for priority of care and types of appointments. Evaluates urgency of drop-ins. Screens phone calls
Compiles and monitors orthopedic schedules and appointments. Prior to appointments, orders copies of relevant outside films that have been taken such as bone scans, CT scans, and outside x-rays. Pulls films for daily schedules. Obtains operation notes, ER reports, consults, etc.
Assists patients in making follow-up appointments and consultation appointments with other specialists such as CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds, bone scans, EMGs, physical therapy and other outside orthopedic appointments. Works closely with other departments to arrange tests and studies as needed (e.g., PT and radiology departments)
Instructs patient in pre and post-operative care and procedures, including the completion of pertinent paperwork for surgery
Assists during minor orthopedic related surgical procedures, including the assembly and setup of special equipment. Takes vitals for pre-ops (e.g., blood pressure, pulse and weight). May take necessary measurements (i.e. grip strength, leg lengths)
Assists in orthopedic surgeon in reduction of fractures or dislocations. Changes dressings and cares for wounds. May remove staples and/or sutures from post-op patients
Fits and educates patients in use of slings, knee braces, canes, and other orthopedic devices. Adjusts equipment as needed. Also educates patients in simple PT exercises
Applies casts. Covers injured areas with specified protective materials such as stockinette bandages, gauze, or rubber pads, preparatory to cast application. Wets, wraps, and molds plaster bandages around area of fracture. Trims plaster. Instructs patients on how to care for cast
Removes whole and broken casts and alters position of cast to change setting of patient's limb or body part as directed
Assembles wooden, metal, plastic, or plaster material to make orthopedic splints
Orders orthopedic equipment and supplies. Keeps records of supplies given out to patients. Instructs patients as to where to go for orthotics
Cleans and stocks patient exam and treatment rooms
Covers for medical assistants and surgical assistants as needed
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
2+ years of related experience
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, procedures and terminology related to general orthopedic practice
Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft office, various databases and use of internet for health information retrieval
Proven solid skills in applying, removing and repairing all types of casts
Demonstrated communication skills with the ability to work effectively with patients, peers, nursing and medical staff
Demonstrated ability to recognize obvious fractures on x-rays
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of Orthopedic Training Program and Certification by the National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (NBCOT)
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Medical Assistant experience
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00- $36.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company with a mission to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone.
We are 340,000 colleagues in two distinct and complementary businesses working to help build a modern, high-performing health system through improved access, affordability, outcomes and experiences.
Optum delivers care aided by technology and data, empowering people, partners and providers with the guidance and tools they need to achieve better health. UnitedHealthcare offers a full range of health benefits, enabling affordable coverage, simplifying the health care experience and delivering access to high-quality care.
We work with governments, employers, partners and providers to care for 147 million people and share a vision of a value-based system of care that provides compassionate and equitable care.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission calls us, our values guide us and our diverse culture connects us as we seek to improve care for the consumers we are privileged to serve and their communities.
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UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company with a mission to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone.
We are 340,000 colleagues in two distinct and complementary businesses working to help build a modern, high-performing health system through improved access, affordability, outcomes and experiences.
Optum delivers care aided by technology and data, empowering people, partners and providers with the guidance and tools they need to achieve better health. UnitedHealthcare offers a full range of health benefits, enabling affordable coverage, simplifying the health care experience and delivering access to high-quality care.
We work with governments, employers, partners and providers to care for 147 million people and share a vision of a value-based system of care that provides compassionate and equitable care.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission calls us, our values guide us and our diverse culture connects us as we seek to improve care for the consumers we are privileged to serve and their communities.
Click below to search careers or join our social communities:
• Search & apply for careers at careers.unitedhealthgroup.com/
• Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/UnitedHealthGrp
• Follow and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/unitedhealthgroup
• Follow us on Instagram at instagram.com/unitedhealthgroup
More about UnitedHealth Group can be found at unitedhealthgroup.com/
Offices: Eden Prairie , Minnesota, US · 2716 N Tenaya Way, Las Vegas, NV 89128, US · 4425 E Cotton Center Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85040, US · 1900 E Golf Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60173, US · 8822 Three Chopt Rd, Henrico, VA 23229, US
Health CareWellness and Health ManagementRetiree Solutionsand Information TechnologyHospitalHealth CareWellnessBiotechnologyInsuranceLife Science