NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago
Orthopedic Technician
San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$78K/yr - $94K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is part of the County of Santa Clara, which operates the Santa Clara Valley Healthcare system. The Orthopedic Technician will assist physicians with the application, modification, and removal of splints and casts, as well as support in various orthopedic procedures and patient care activities.
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Responsibilities
Greets and explains splint, cast, or traction procedures to patients
Applies a wide variety of splints, casts, soft goods, and traction to patients on the basis of physicians' orders
Sets up traction for transporting patients to other departments
Evaluates the condition of casts or splints and soft goods and repairs or replaces them as appropriate
Bivalves, univalves, and removes all types of casts following physicians' orders
Performs cast wedging per physicians’ orders
Inspects cast-related wounds on request and removes staples and stitches as ordered
Prepares patients, sets up equipment and medications, and assists physicians in inserting and removing pins, reducing fractures, and performing external fixations
Instructs patients regarding cast care, ambulation limitations, walking with crutches, dressing wounds in casts, and identifying symptoms of problems with casts
Identifies problems with casts and makes repairs as needed
Observes the condition of patients and informs the physician if relevant to the procedure being contemplated
Makes appropriate charges for traction and equipment and returns equipment not currently in use
Orders supplies and equipment
Makes appropriate documentation for patient care, billing, supplies, and equipment
Assists in carrying out orders in the Emergency and Operating rooms as requested
May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required
Performs other related duties, as required
Qualification
Required
Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks
One (1) year of full-time experience working or being trained as an orthopedic technician
Successful completion of a recognized course program evidenced by a certificate as an Orthopedic Technician
Ability to travel to alternate locations in the course of work
Possession of a valid California driver's license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization
Knowledge of types of casts, splints, and traction devices and the specific conditions for which each is used
Knowledge of methods and techniques of applying, modifying, repairing, and removing a complete range of casts and splints
Knowledge of methods of setting up and adjusting a complete range of traction devices
Knowledge of safety protocols, including sterile and aseptic techniques
Knowledge of safety procedures
Knowledge of English usage, style, grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Knowledge of common computer systems and applications
Ability to instruct patients regarding care of casts and related matters
Ability to deal and communicate effectively with traumatized persons
Ability to follow physicians' orders regarding casting, splinting, and setting up traction
Ability to document and bill accordingly
Ability to work in inpatient and outpatient areas
Ability to read and understand material safety data sheets and other safety communications
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public, and representatives of other agencies
Physical ability to stand and sit for long periods of time and exercise a moderate amount of physical exertion, stamina, and manual dexterity in the handling of patients and equipment
Physical ability to assist, support, lift, and transfer patients in a safe manner
Benefits
Comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays.
Generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually!
Robust retirement plans including a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan and the CalPERS pension plan.
Health Flexible Spending Account (HFSA) empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year).
Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services.
Employee Childcare Assistance Plan, an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.
Life and disability benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Long-Term Disability insurance, California State Disability Insurance, and Integration with Leave.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.
Employee Wellness Program offers free wellness programming, fitness classes and resources.
Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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