Orthopedic Technician

Entity: Owensboro Health Medical Group \| Department: Orthopedics Madisonville \| Work Hours: 40 \| Weekend Requirements: N/A \| 1\.0 FTE

Job Summary:

Under a physician's direction, applies and adjusts plaster casts and assembles and attaches orthopedic traction equipment and devices.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists in assessment of patient needs and fitting/finishing services of patients.
• Applies and removes casts including complex casting and orthopedic splints and devices, as directed.
• Applies and adjusts orthopedic devices such as braces, splints, and compression stockings, as directed.
• Provides patient education in the use of orthopedic equipment and cast and traction care, as directed.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains examination areas; assembles/disassembles equipment and instrument ensuring that equipment is available for procedures and examinations.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Provides organizational and clerical support to facilitate optimal care and clinic operation.

Skills and Attributes:

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under general supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.

Position Requirements:

Work Experience

• No experience required

Education

• High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire

Additional Education Information

• None

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• ABR\-OE \- Credential from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) required upon hire OR
• ARMA \- Registered Medical Assistant through American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA) required upon hire OR
• CCMA \- Clinical Medical Assistant Certification through National Health career Association (NHA) required upon hire OR
• CMA \- Certified Medical Assistant through American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) required upon hire OR
• CMAC \- Clinical Medical Assistant Certification through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) required upon hire OR
• CMAAC \- Clinical Medical Administrative Assistant Certification through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) required upon hire OR
• MAC \- Medical Assistant Certification through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) required upon hire OR
• NCMA \- National Certified Medical Assistant through National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required upon hire OR
• NRCMA \- Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant through National Association for Health Professionals (NAHCP) required upon hire OR
• RMA \- Registered Medical Assistant through American Medical Technologists (AMT) required upon hire AND
• BLS \- Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Organizational Responsibilities:

• Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information:

• This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all\-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.
• The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at\-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: (Clinical\-Office/Clinic)

Standing: Frequently

Walking: Frequently

Sitting: Occasionally

Lifting 0\-25 lbs.: Rarely

Lifting 25\-75 lbs.: Rarely

Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying 0\-25 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying 25\-75 lbs.: Rarely

Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely

Pushing/Pulling 0\-25 lbs.: Frequently

Pushing/Pulling 25\-75 lbs.: Occasionally

Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Occasionally

Climbing: Occasionally

Bending/Stooping: Frequently

Kneeling: Occasionally

Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally

Reaching: Frequently

Talking: Frequently

Hearing: Frequently

Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely

Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently

Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently

Running: Rarely

Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently

Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently

Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently

Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Low risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

INTEGRITY \- We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT \- We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK \- We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION \- We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE \- We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE \- We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.