Lehigh Valley Health Network · 4 months ago
Orthopedic Technician
Bethlehem, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expLehigh Valley Health Network is a nationally recognized health organization offering exceptional healthcare experiences. The Orthopedic Technician role involves assisting providers with patient care, documentation, and surgical procedures while ensuring a smooth flow of patients through services.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Prepares and assists with surgical procedures and assembles rooms to the specification of the surgeon
Assists with proper application of aseptic techniques in dressing changes and setting up surgical fields
Performs suture/staple removal along with wound care and dressing application
Documents notes for provider which includes HPI, physical exam, diagnostic review, discussion/summary, and medical/work excuse
Administers injections for provider and assists with injection procedure
Administers and removes upper and lower extremity casts including focus rigidity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Physiology from CAATE accredited program
1 year Orthopedic specialty, working directly in the treatment of patients
Ability to articulate orthopedic conditions based upon a basic knowledge of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another
Understanding of the theory and application of skin and skeletal traction
Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks, organize workloads, manage time
Ability to educate patients on exercise instruction
American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
AT - Certified Athletic Trainer NATA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
OTC - Orthopedic Technologist Certified - State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year
Preferred
Master's Degree in Athletic Training or Exercise Physiology from CAATE accredited program
Strong computer skills and ability to learn in-house computer systems
Understanding proper use of medical and office equipment
ATL - Athletic Trainer License - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
Company
Lehigh Valley Health Network
Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health, is proud to be part of a leading integrated academic health care delivery system.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brian A. N.
President and Chief Executive Officer
Gregg Zahour
Vice President - CTO
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