Nicklaus Children's Health System · 4 months ago
Orthopedic Tech (Full Time, Day shift)
Florida-Miami-Nicklaus Children's Hospital - Main Hospital Campus
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNicklaus Children's Health System is a healthcare provider located in Miami, Florida, specializing in pediatric care. They are seeking an Orthopedic Tech to perform surgical and non-surgical orthopedic procedures under the direction of a Leader or Physician, while also assisting with patient care activities and maintaining a safe work environment.
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Responsibilities
Applies, adjusts, and removes all common orthopedic devices
Assists physicians and performs patient care activities as scheduled or as needed
Cleans equipment after each use and maintains a safe and clean work environment
Completes assigned patients rounds in a timely manner
Completes program-related documentation according to departmental guidelines
Apply, modify, and remove upper and lower extremity casts
Exhibits aseptic techniques in dressing change, removal of sutures or staples, and setting up surgical fields and functional application of skin and skeletal traction
Enters charges, required patient information, and other data into the computer in an accurate and timely manner according to departmental guidelines
Establishes and maintains effective communication and reporting relationships with the Chief Orthopedic Technologist
Interprets, with guidance and supervision, simple fractures and dislocations on x-ray films
Performs in an operating room environment under the direct supervision of a surgeon
Qualification
Required
Previous work experience in a hospital, clinic, or medical office providing direct orthopedic technology care to patients (OR) completion of Technical Orthopedic Technologist program
Applies, adjusts, and removes all common orthopedic devices
Assists physicians and performs patient care activities as scheduled or as needed
Cleans equipment after each use and maintains a safe and clean work environment
Completes assigned patients rounds in a timely manner
Completes program-related documentation according to departmental guidelines
Apply, modify, and remove upper and lower extremity casts
Exhibits aseptic techniques in dressing change, removal of sutures or staples, and setting up surgical fields and functional application of skin and skeletal traction
Enters charges, required patient information, and other data into the computer in an accurate and timely manner according to departmental guidelines
Establishes and maintains effective communication and reporting relationships with the Chief Orthopedic Technologist
Interprets, with guidance and supervision, simple fractures and dislocations on x-ray films
Performs in an operating room environment under the direct supervision of a surgeon
Ability to apply casts with appropriate molding as per standard protocol or as directed by Practitioner
Ability to apply the following: clubfoot cast, shoulder spica, hip spica, etc
Ability to apply/set up skeletal/skin traction
Ability to organize and prioritize routines to maximize effectiveness and efficiency
Ability to problem solve to adapt standard procedures to the individual client's needs
Interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions
Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Knowledge of cast wedging as directed by practitioner
Preferred
Certified by NAOT or eligible for certification highly preferred
CPR: HeartSaver highly preferred
Completed orthopedic technologist training preferred
Company
Nicklaus Children's Health System
Nicklaus Children's relies on community support to continue providing the best care for every child in need right here in South Florida.
Founded in 2011
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jennifer McCafferty-Fernandez
Senior Vice President, Strategy & External Affairs, Chief of Staff to CEO
Matthew Love
President & CEO
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