Cedars-Sinai · 1 week ago
Ortho Technician - Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$31.46/hr - $48.76/hr
2+ years expCedars-Sinai is a leading medical center recognized for its excellence in healthcare. The Ortho Technician role involves supporting the physician and nursing staff in delivering orthopedic patient care, assisting with various procedures, and providing education to patients under supervision.
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Responsibilities
Assists physician, NP or PA in assessment of signs, symptoms, analysis, treatment and care of the orthopedic patient
Provides education, under physician, NP or PA instruction, involving the care and plan of treatment of the orthopedic patient. (i.e proper care of cast and splints)
Assists with application and execution of orthopedic procedures and services concerning the orthopedic patient, under physician, NP or PA direction,. Applies and removes all types of casts, splints, slings, immobilization devices and traction; Assists with reduction of fractures and dislocation. Inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment needed for orthopedic care. Assists in wound closure and removal of wound closure materials. In the event of an emergency, apply recognized first aid procedures, Assists with aspirations; Prepare injections; Position, prep and drape patients. Applies and manags post-operative dressings on wounds following aseptic techniques. Fits various orthopedic equipment such as walkers, crutches, braces and provides patient with instruction on use and care of the products
Prepares patients for provider by reviewing current medications and record in medical record as needed
Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs and takes appropriate vital signs and record in medical record as needed
Performs designated diagnostic tests as directed by provider
Assists in follow-up scheduling needs; Answer patient calls, questions and addresses problems in timely fashion and communicate all significant clinical findings to the MD
Serves as liaison with other departments, facilities, and hospital as needed
Prepares for surgical procedures, assemble, and prepare equipment to the specifications of the surgeon. May act as first or second assistant in the operating room according to facility policy
Qualification
Required
2 or more years of experience in outpatient medical setting with orthopedic specialty experience
Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) Certification from NBCOT (National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologist) required within 180 days of start
BLS from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross
Preferred
Successful completion of an Orthopedic Technology Program
Benefits
Health and dental insurance
Vacation
403(b)
Company
Cedars-Sinai
Since its beginning in 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the healthcare needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, continually setting new standards for quality and innovation in patient care, research, teaching and community service.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$63.31MKey Investors
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsCalifornia HealthCare FoundationNational Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
2023-12-01Grant· $0.01M
2023-05-25Grant· $28M
2022-06-16Grant· $7M
Leadership Team
Thomas Priselac
President/CEO
David Wrigley
Executive Vice President Finance, CFO and Treasurer
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